US Southern Command, 18 September 2026

Another example of the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition at work. Together, we are applying total systemic friction on the cartels. https://t.co/RnOJ5eyddz

— U.S. Southern Command (@Southcom) September 18, 2026

… one suspect vessel was reacquired, @FFAAHN launched interceptors and took over the interdiction phase.

Results:
🚤 2 vessels secured
📦 36 bales recovered
⚖️ 899 kg of cocaine seized
👥 5 individuals detained

Strong partnerships. Shared awareness. Actual results.

@jiatfs detection and monitoring efforts support @DeptofWar -directed, @Southcom -led operations to detect, disrupt, and dismantle narco-terrorist networks across the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific degrading their illicit operations and protecting the homeland.