Colombia’s president says boat struck by US was carrying Colombians
A boat carrying Colombians was struck by a US vessel on Tuesday in the Caribbean Sea, according to Colombia’s President. The incident occurred off the coast of Colombia, near the island of San Andres, a disputed territory claimed by both Colombia and Nicaragua.
President Ivan Duque described the incident as “unfortunate” and called for a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the collision. The Colombian government has requested the US for clarification on the event and for measures to prevent similar situations in the future.
The US Southern Command, responsible for military operations in the region, confirmed the collision and stated that it occurred during a counter-narcotics patrol. They emphasized their commitment to cooperating with Colombian authorities in the investigation.
The boat, reportedly carrying several Colombian citizens, was damaged in the collision but managed to return to port safely. No injuries were reported among the passengers on the boat.
The incident comes at a sensitive time for both countries, as they have been cooperating closely on security issues, especially regarding drug trafficking in the region. The collision highlights the risks involved in such operations and the importance of effective communication and coordination between allied nations in shared maritime areas.
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