December 04, 2025
Pentagon Officials on Capitol Hill to Brief Congress on Double-Tap Boat Strike
Pentagon officials made their case for the double-tap strike, saying survivors were still “in the fight” and were radioing for help. But is that legally enough to justify the strike? CNAS senior fellow and general counsel Carrie Cordero explains.
Watch the full interview on CNN.
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