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Trump announces new military coalition to 'eradicate cartels' in western hemisphere
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 7, 2026
1 min readLast updated: March 7, 2026
Quick Summary
On March 7, 2026, President Trump unveiled a new military coalition—the "Shield of the Americas"—with 17 Western Hemisphere nations to eradicate cartels via coordinated military action, intelligence-sharing, and regional operations.
Trump Forms 17-Nation Military Coalition to Fight Cartels in Western Hemisphere
U.S. Announces International Military Alliance Against Cartels
Coalition Details and Objectives
Formation of the 17-Nation Alliance
March 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday announced a new military coalition to "eradicate cartels" in the Western Hemisphere and said 17 nations had formally entered the alliance.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Nandita Bose; writing by Bhargav AcharyaEditing by Tomasz Janowski)
Key Takeaways
- •The “Shield of the Americas” coalition was established at a summit in Doral, Florida, consisting of 17 allied nations committing to joint action against narco‑terrorism across the Western Hemisphere. (axios.com)
- •Recent operations include joint U.S.–Ecuador military missions targeting narco‑terrorist organizations, as part of a broader campaign under Operation Southern Spear that has seen over 40 strikes in maritime zones. (axios.com)
- •Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urged regional governments to intensify offensive measures against cartels, warning the U.S. may act unilaterally if allies fail to cooperate. (apnews.com)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Trump announces new military coalition to 'eradicate cartels' in Western Hemisphere
1What did President Trump announce regarding cartels?
President Trump announced a new military coalition aimed at eradicating cartels in the Western Hemisphere.
2How many nations have joined the new military coalition?
A total of 17 nations have formally entered the alliance.
3What is the main goal of the announced coalition?
The primary goal is to eradicate cartel activity in the Western Hemisphere.
4When was the coalition announcement made?
The announcement was made on March 7.
5Who reported and wrote this article?
The report was by Nandita Bose, and the article was written by Bhargav Acharya.
