Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio predicted more military operations against drug cartels.

The Pentagon chief’s remarks following an attack that killed 11 people set the stage for a sustained US military campaign in Latin America.

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio predicted more military operations against drug cartels.

US threats of expanding military attacks across Latin America has alarmed some regional leaders, including in Mexico.

Analysts warn the US is using its ‘war on terror’ playbook for potential extrajudicial killings in Latin America.