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Record Cocaine Seizures in EU Spark Intensified Law Enforcement Response
Record cocaine seizures in the EU in 2022 (323 tons, up 6% from 2021) are driven by high consumption rates (over 22 million adults reported cannabis use in 2023) and organized crime, leading to increased violence and prompting intensified law enforcement and awareness campaigns across member states.
Record Cocaine Seizures in EU Spark Intensified Law Enforcement Response
Record cocaine seizures in the EU in 2022 (323 tons, up 6% from 2021) are driven by high consumption rates (over 22 million adults reported cannabis use in 2023) and organized crime, leading to increased violence and prompting intensified law enforcement and awareness campaigns across member states.
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36% Bias Score
Arrest of El Mencho's Brother Highlights US-Mexico Cartel Tensions
Following the record extradition of 29 Mexican drug traffickers to the US, including Rafael Caro Quintero, Mexican authorities arrested Abraham Oseguera Cervantes, brother of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ("El Mencho"), further tightening the noose around the Jalisco New Generation ...
Arrest of El Mencho's Brother Highlights US-Mexico Cartel Tensions
Following the record extradition of 29 Mexican drug traffickers to the US, including Rafael Caro Quintero, Mexican authorities arrested Abraham Oseguera Cervantes, brother of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ("El Mencho"), further tightening the noose around the Jalisco New Generation ...
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Former Olympian Added to FBI's 10 Most Wanted List for Drug Trafficking, Murder
Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, 43, is wanted by the FBI on multiple charges, including murder and drug trafficking, and is now on their 10 Most Wanted list with a US$10 million reward; the charges stem from an alleged transnational drug ring spanning Canada, the US, Mexico and Col...
Former Olympian Added to FBI's 10 Most Wanted List for Drug Trafficking, Murder
Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, 43, is wanted by the FBI on multiple charges, including murder and drug trafficking, and is now on their 10 Most Wanted list with a US$10 million reward; the charges stem from an alleged transnational drug ring spanning Canada, the US, Mexico and Col...
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Over One Ton of Drugs Seized in Galapagos Waters
Ecuadorian authorities, in a joint operation with the US, seized over a ton of drugs near San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos, arresting three suspects; this is part of a broader effort to combat drug trafficking and fuel smuggling in the area, which has seen multiple seizures in 2025.
Over One Ton of Drugs Seized in Galapagos Waters
Ecuadorian authorities, in a joint operation with the US, seized over a ton of drugs near San Cristobal Island in the Galapagos, arresting three suspects; this is part of a broader effort to combat drug trafficking and fuel smuggling in the area, which has seen multiple seizures in 2025.
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Record 10-Ton Cocaine Seizure in Dunkirk Highlights France's Drug Trafficking Problem
French authorities seized a record 10 tons of cocaine in Dunkirk, valued at €300 million, part of a broader increase in drug seizures in 2024 despite limited impact on overall trafficking.
Record 10-Ton Cocaine Seizure in Dunkirk Highlights France's Drug Trafficking Problem
French authorities seized a record 10 tons of cocaine in Dunkirk, valued at €300 million, part of a broader increase in drug seizures in 2024 despite limited impact on overall trafficking.
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48% Bias Score
Ecuador Police Raid Highlights Urgent Need for US Aid in Drug Trafficking Fight
In Guayaquil, Ecuador, a police raid targeting drug traffickers netted one arrest, 150 grams of cocaine, and two small explosives; however, an undercover officer's plea for US assistance highlights the dire need for more resources to combat the extensive drug trade fueling violence and migration.
Ecuador Police Raid Highlights Urgent Need for US Aid in Drug Trafficking Fight
In Guayaquil, Ecuador, a police raid targeting drug traffickers netted one arrest, 150 grams of cocaine, and two small explosives; however, an undercover officer's plea for US assistance highlights the dire need for more resources to combat the extensive drug trade fueling violence and migration.
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56% Bias Score
Trump's Fentanyl Claims, Tariffs, and the Reality of Drug Trafficking
President Trump linked new tariffs on goods from Canada, China, and Mexico to the fentanyl crisis, despite expert consensus that Canada's role is minimal, while Mexico's cooperation has led to decreased fentanyl seizures and cartel arrests.
Trump's Fentanyl Claims, Tariffs, and the Reality of Drug Trafficking
President Trump linked new tariffs on goods from Canada, China, and Mexico to the fentanyl crisis, despite expert consensus that Canada's role is minimal, while Mexico's cooperation has led to decreased fentanyl seizures and cartel arrests.
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48% Bias Score
France to House 200 Most Dangerous Criminals in High-Security Prisons
France will transfer 200 high-risk inmates, mostly drug traffickers and Islamist terrorists, to two newly secured prisons, Vendin-le-Vieil and Condé-sur-Sarthe, by October, following the escape of notorious drug trafficker Mohamed Amra.
France to House 200 Most Dangerous Criminals in High-Security Prisons
France will transfer 200 high-risk inmates, mostly drug traffickers and Islamist terrorists, to two newly secured prisons, Vendin-le-Vieil and Condé-sur-Sarthe, by October, following the escape of notorious drug trafficker Mohamed Amra.
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Turkish Psychiatrist Sentenced for Child Abuse and Drug Trafficking
A Turkish court sentenced child psychiatrist Prof. Dr. Süleyman Salih Zoroğlu to 25 years for drug trafficking, child abuse, data privacy violations, and blackmail; co-defendant Ahmet Aktaş received 15 years; others were acquitted.
Turkish Psychiatrist Sentenced for Child Abuse and Drug Trafficking
A Turkish court sentenced child psychiatrist Prof. Dr. Süleyman Salih Zoroğlu to 25 years for drug trafficking, child abuse, data privacy violations, and blackmail; co-defendant Ahmet Aktaş received 15 years; others were acquitted.
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40% Bias Score
French Drug Trafficker Arrested After Nine-Month Manhunt
Following a deadly prison escape in May 2024, drug trafficker Mohamed Amra was arrested in Romania on February 22 after nine months on the run; his hideouts included Compiègne and Rouen, France, and the investigation led to nineteen indictments and eight additional arrests.
French Drug Trafficker Arrested After Nine-Month Manhunt
Following a deadly prison escape in May 2024, drug trafficker Mohamed Amra was arrested in Romania on February 22 after nine months on the run; his hideouts included Compiègne and Rouen, France, and the investigation led to nineteen indictments and eight additional arrests.
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36% Bias Score
China Details Fentanyl Control Measures, Exports, and US Cooperation
China released a white paper detailing its efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking, reporting that 9.766 kilograms of fentanyl-related medications were exported in 2023, none to North America, and emphasizing its commitment to international cooperation while opposing US sanctions.
China Details Fentanyl Control Measures, Exports, and US Cooperation
China released a white paper detailing its efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking, reporting that 9.766 kilograms of fentanyl-related medications were exported in 2023, none to North America, and emphasizing its commitment to international cooperation while opposing US sanctions.
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52% Bias Score
Ecuador Police Raid Highlights Drug Trade Crisis
In Guayaquil, Ecuador, a police raid targeting drug suspects resulted in one arrest, 150 grams of cocaine, and two explosives being seized; however, the operation revealed Ecuador's need for more resources to combat the drug trade fueled by its location between Colombia and Peru, resulting in increa...
Ecuador Police Raid Highlights Drug Trade Crisis
In Guayaquil, Ecuador, a police raid targeting drug suspects resulted in one arrest, 150 grams of cocaine, and two explosives being seized; however, the operation revealed Ecuador's need for more resources to combat the drug trade fueled by its location between Colombia and Peru, resulting in increa...
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60% Bias Score
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