Dominican Republic grants U.S. access to restricted areas for its fight against drug trafficking

Dominican Republic grants U.S. access to restricted areas for its fight against drug trafficking Politics Nov 26, 2025 6:17 PM EST

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader announced Wednesday that he has authorized the U.S. government to operate inside restricted areas in the Caribbean country to help in its fight against drug trafficking.

For a limited time, the U.S. can refuel aircraft and transport equipment and technical personnel at restricted areas within the San Isidro Air Base and Las Américas International Airport, said Abinader, who made the announcement with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at his side.

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