Ecuadorian Partners Help U.S. Force Sink Narco‑Logistics Platform

General Francis L. Donovan, commander of SOUTHCOM, praised the joint effort with Ecuador, stating that coordinated actions stop narco‑terrorists who endanger civilians across the region. The operation, carried out by JTF‑WH, targeted a sea‑borne fuel depot that had been facilitating the movement of illicit drugs. The crew’s transfer to Ecuador and the deliberate sinking of the vessel highlight the ongoing commitment to maritime security.