U.S. Lawmakers to Receive Classified Briefing on Drug-Interdiction Strikes

U.S. lawmakers will soon receive a classified briefing on recent military strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels. The operations occurred in international waters near Venezuela and Colombia. Both Republican and Democratic members of Congress are set to attend the briefings. They seek more details about the controversial actions. The strikes target "go-fast" boats, which are small vessels often used by traffickers. U.S. authorities say these operations are part of international efforts to stop illegal narcotics.