Adm. Alvin Holsey steps down as head of US Southern Command

Admiral Alvin Holsey is stepping down as the head of U.S. Southern Command less than a year into his tenure. His resignation comes amid a significant Pentagon operation targeting alleged drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean.

This change in leadership occurs as the U.S. military intensifies its efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. The operation has drawn attention due to its scale and implications for security in the Caribbean.

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