At least 14 people were killed by U.S. strikes on alleged drug cartel boats on Sept. 2 and 15. U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday also suggested that a third boat had been targeted, but he didn’t provide specific details. The move is in response to recent U.S. strikes on vessels off the coast of Venezuela. At least 14 people were killed by U.S. strikes on alleged drug cartel boats on Sept. 2 and 15. U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday also suggested that a third boat had been targeted, but he didn’t provide specific details.