8legs: Inter-american commission on human rights

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The family of Alejandro Carranza says the strike on Sept. 15 killed him and others off Colombia's Caribbean coast, challenging the legality of those killings amid global scrutiny.
Petitioners say Carranza's family faced threats and lack safe, effective avenues for reparations in Colombia, underscoring broader concerns about accountability.
The petition cites reporting from The New York Times and The Washington Post to bolster the claim of a broader pattern of killings tied to the boat-strike program.

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The family of Alejandro Carranza filed a formal human rights complaint over his death in a U.S. strike on a fishing boat off Colombia.
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights is handling the complaint, though the U.S. does not recognize its jurisdiction.
Carranza’s family seeks compensation for the breadwinner’s death, as they face threats and limited resources in Colombia.
U.S. authorities say strikes targeted vessels carrying drugs; the Sept. 15 attack killed three people.
The commission’s recommendations would be advisory, as the U.S. does not recognize its jurisdiction.
The case arises amid broader U.S. maritime actions in the region tied to drug interdiction and pressure on Venezuela’s leadership.
Carranza’s family says they faced threats after his death, complicating pursuit of accountability in Colombia.
Petition cites coverage from major outlets and statements by U.S. defense officials as part of its evidence.
Trump administration has signaled possible expansion of strikes to land targets manufacturing and distributing drugs.
The Los Angeles Times reports the petition was first covered by The Guardian, adding context to the case.

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