Colombia’s Accusations Against U.S. Drug Enforcement Mask Deeper Regional Challenges

The recent denunciation by Colombia at the Organization of American States (OAS) accusing the United States of violating international law through attacks on suspected drug smuggling vessels in the Caribbean demands a closer look beyond surface rhetoric. While Colombia’s government condemns these operations as "unilateral" and "extrajudicial," the broader context exposes a complex battleground where narcotrafficking threatens regional stability—and by extension, America's national security. Are These Attacks Really Outside International Norms? Colombian ambassador Luis Vargas insisted that lethal force should only be used as a last resort against imminent threats, framing these U.S. maritime interdictions as apparent overreach. Yet, these...