Tag: cocaine
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Colombia and Venezuela Initiate Joint Military Operation Against Guerrilla Groups
Colombia and Venezuela have embarked on a joint military operation aimed at combating guerrilla groups operating along their shared border. This collaborative effort marks a significant step in the countries’ relations, focusing on addressing the security challenges posed by these armed factions. France 24 is an international television network and news website owned by the…
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Exploring the Use of Submarines and Semi-Submersibles by Drug Cartels for Cocaine Smuggling: DW News Analysis
Drug cartels have increasingly turned to innovative methods for smuggling cocaine, with submarines and semi-submersibles becoming a preferred mode of transport. These vessels are hard to detect and can carry large quantities of drugs across international waters without being intercepted. The utilization of such underwater vehicles poses significant challenges for law enforcement agencies worldwide in…
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Severe Economic Crisis in Nigeria Leads to Public Protests and Calls for Government Action
In Nigeria, the nation faces its most severe economic crisis in generations, triggering widespread protests over soaring living costs. The government, under President Bola Tinubu, has implemented measures such as scrapping a popular fuel subsidy and floating the country’s currency, the Naira, which has since dropped to an all-time low against the US Dollar. The…