US military repels drug smugglers in the Pacific – four dead in attack

US military repels drug smugglers in the Pacific – four dead in attack

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the U.S. military carried out a deadly attack on a boat allegedly carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific, killing four people. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth shared the details of the attack on Platform X and emphasized that the Western Hemisphere is not a safe haven for narco-terrorists. This action is part of a series of military operations that have been taking place in the Caribbean and the Pacific for several weeks.

On Tuesday, Hegseth had already announced three more attacks on boats in the Pacific, in which a total of 14 people died. The latest offensive killed dozens of people described by US forces as suspected drug smugglers. The message is clear: the US government is stepping in to fight drug terrorists. But these military measures have met with criticism. UN human rights experts saw this as a violation of international law and a spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed concerns about military activities on the high seas and called for diplomatic resolution of the conflict [np-coburg.de].

Microsoft and OpenAI conclude a multi-billion dollar deal

One reason for the deal could be the rapidly increasing popularity of ChatGPT. In September, the AI ​​platform reached over 700 million weekly users and is now the face of AI technology for many consumers. The new contract binds the two companies until at least 2032 and secures Microsoft some rights to OpenAI products. This means that Microsoft continues to retain a stake of around 27%, equivalent to approximately $135 billion, in the OpenAI Group PBC, which is controlled by the OpenAI Foundation, as nbcnews.com reports.

Effects of the agreement on the market

The new collaboration also has a noticeable impact on the markets. Microsoft shares rose 2.5%, pushing the company's market value above $4 trillion. OpenAI has also completed its recapitalization and increased access to resources, advancing the development of artificial general intelligence (AGI).

But not everything goes without concerns. As OpenAI works on its transparency and data usage, the company will continue to be monitored to ensure progress is made in accordance with ethical standards. These developments demonstrate once again that both military actions and technological advances are permanently changing the global landscape. Whether for better or for worse remains to be seen.