Tag: Narcotics
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Afghanistan Opium Cultivation Drops Sharply, Yet Trafficking Rises: UNODC Findings
Overview: A Surprising Shift in Afghanistan’s Opium Landscape New data from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) indicates a significant shift in Afghanistan’s drug economy. This year, opium cultivation covered 10,200 hectares, a decline from 12,800 hectares in 2024 and dramatically smaller than the pre-ban peak of approximately 232,000 hectares. While the…
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Night Summary: Drone Sighting at Timrå Airport and Drug Testing in Västernorrland
Overview: Nighttime incidents in Västernorrland County The police blotter from the night of 29 September in Västernorrland County reports two notable events that are still under investigation. One incident occurred in the early hours, related to a suspected narcotics influence, while another unfolded later in the evening near Timrå, where a drone was reported in…
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The Military’s New Role in U.S. Drug Busts
The Changing Landscape of Drug Enforcement In recent years, the U.S. Coast Guard has played a pivotal role in combating drug trafficking across the Caribbean, functioning as a key player in the international fight against narcotics. However, with the introduction of military strategies into this realm, the dynamics of drug enforcement are evolving dramatically. This…
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USA Shoots Down Venezuelan Drug Boat: A Major Move Against Drug Trafficking
In a significant development in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking, the United States recently conducted a military operation in the southern Caribbean, resulting in the destruction of a vessel allegedly linked to a designated narcotics terrorist syndicate. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced this “lethal strike” in a post on social media platform…