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A Dangerous Legal Loophole: Consent is Not Enough for U.S. Military Activities in Latin America
The article discusses how the Trump administration relies on host state consent for U.S. military operations in Latin America, arguing this creates a legal loophole. It highlights examples like joint operations with Ecuador, Guatemala, and Venezuela against organized crime groups, despite questions about the legality of these actions under international law.
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