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Marseille Police Officers Jailed in Drug Trafficking Case

Two Marseille police officers were jailed for drug trafficking and money laundering after an investigation revealed their involvement in trafficking at least 360 kilos of cocaine, a shipment initially reported as 180-200 kilos; the discrepancy triggered further investigation, exposing potential inte...

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EUROPOL Operation Nets 20 Arrests, 1,078 Kilograms of Cocaine

A coordinated EUROPOL operation resulted in the arrest of 20 individuals across three European countries and the seizure of 1,078 kilograms of cocaine, uncovering a sophisticated network with links to the Hells Angels and utilizing a "blind hook" smuggling method.

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Australian Drug Lord Tony Mokbel Released on Bail

After 17 years in prison for drug trafficking, Tony Mokbel was released on bail in Melbourne, Australia, due to the Lawyer X scandal tainting his convictions; his release is anticipated to overturn his conviction and may lead to a shift in power dynamics within Melbourne's underworld.

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Saint-Ouen Preschool Relocates Due to Drug Trafficking Concerns

Parents at Saint-Ouen's Emile Zola school voted to temporarily relocate four preschool classes to a safer location after incidents involving drug paraphernalia and a nitrous oxide canister. The move, supported by the mayor and government officials, will occur after the spring break.

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Mexico's Anti-Drug Efforts May Not Avert US Tariffs

Facing US tariffs, Mexico launched Operation Northern Border, seizing 24 tons of drugs and extraditing 29 cartel leaders in seven weeks; however, analysts doubt this will prevent the re-imposition of tariffs due to the undefined nature of US demands and the inherent difficulties of this approach.

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U.S. Revokes Visas of Mexican Band for Glorifying Drug Cartel Leader

The U.S. revoked the visas of Mexican musical group Los Alegres del Barranco for displaying images of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alleged CJNG leader, during a performance in Zapopan, Jalisco, prompting investigations in both Mexico and the U.S. and highlighting concerns about the glorification of c...

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Erik Prince Advises Ecuador on Combating Narco-Terrorism

Erik Prince, founder of Blackwater, arrived in Ecuador on April 6th to advise on combating narco-terrorism, leading to joint police operations in Guayaquil resulting in 40 arrests and 10 property seizures. His involvement comes amid a surge in drug trafficking and violence in the country.

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Commuted Drug Dealer Rearrested on Multiple Assault Charges

A New York drug dealer, Jonathan Braun, whose sentence was commuted by President Trump, is back in custody after being charged with multiple assaults, including one on a toddler, and other crimes, facing up to five years in prison.

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Mokbel Granted Bail After 18 Years

Australian drug trafficker Tony Mokbel was granted bail on Friday after nearly 18 years in custody, due to concerns about the Lawyer X scandal influencing his conviction. He will be subject to strict bail conditions, including a GPS tracker and curfew, while awaiting a hearing on his appeal.

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Mexican Cartels Utilize Advanced Drones for Drug Trafficking

The 2024 International Narcotics Control Board report reveals Mexican cartels use domestically produced drones carrying up to 100 kg of drugs, significantly increasing cross-border trafficking since 2010; US authorities reported over 10,000 incursions in 2022 alone.

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Colombia Risks US Decertification Amid Rising Coca Cultivation

Colombia risks US decertification for failing to meet drug reduction targets despite record drug seizures in 2024; coca cultivation increased by 10% to 253,000 hectares, jeopardizing crucial bilateral security cooperation and potentially impacting anti-narcotics aid.

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US Sanctions Sinaloa Cartel Money Laundering Network

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned six individuals and seven companies for money laundering linked to the Sinaloa Cartel, freezing their U.S. assets and prohibiting transactions; this follows the designation of 600 other cartel members and aims to disrupt the cartel's financial operations.

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