Hegseth says Americas Counter Cartel Coalition will let U.S. aid allies' war‑on‑terror tactics against drug cartels

Hegseth outlined the purpose of the Americas Counter Cartel Coalition (A3C). The coalition aims to let the United States assist regional allies in counter‑terror operations against drug cartels. It would expand the tools available for joint law‑enforcement actions. The framework mirrors tactics used in the global war on terror. Participants hope the cooperation will curb cartel violence in Latin America. The proposal signals a shift toward more aggressive interdiction strategies. Officials anticipate stronger intelligence sharing among member nations. The initiative may reshape future U.S. foreign‑policy approaches to drug trafficking.