Drug trafficking

A meeting of BRICS anti-drug agencies has begun in Guwahati. Representatives from member countries emphasized the need for stronger international cooperation to combat drug trafficking.

The 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Kakata faces political backlash over the drug case against Michael U.S. Brown, who was indicted for trafficking cannabis worth $200,000 through Roberts International Airport in June 2024.

Police arrested a suspected gunman following an alleged palace attack in Akwa Ibom as part of ongoing operations targeting violent crime, drug trafficking, and illegal firearms.

Sedrick Tasco, 50, was arrested by the Baton Rouge Police Department on charges of drug trafficking, possession of a stolen handgun, and aggravated flight from an officer following a vehicle pursuit. The arrest occurred after a traffic stop led to a police chase in Baton Rouge.

Two Tennessee residents are among 11 Venezuelan and Colombian nationals charged in a federal case involving sex trafficking, drug trafficking, and illegal firearms trafficking.

Delta Air Lines has suspended all cargo flights from Liberia due to concerns over drug trafficking. The airline cited security risks as the reason for halting operations.

An Ecuadorian fishing boat named Fiorella disappeared amid military strikes in the Pacific. The President claims the strikes target drug trafficking vessels, raising questions about whether the missing fishermen were collateral damage.

A Nashville man was arrested in Kentucky on drug trafficking and firearm charges. Officials confirmed he had an active warrant in the U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky for these offenses.

The T.N. Chief Minister, Vijay, has directed Collectors and SPs to effectively tackle crimes, particularly drug trafficking and the plunder of natural resources, ensuring no wrongdoers escape swift and impartial punishment without political interference.

The Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) Northern Zone in Tanzania arrested 550 suspects for drug-related offenses between July 2025 and June 2026. Some convicted offenders received prison sentences of up to 30 years.

Rahem Bah is Michael Browne, a former Liberia Airport Authority employee who was dismissed, prosecuted, and convicted for drug trafficking through Roberts International Airport, as confirmed by the Daily Observer.

A Southern California man was found guilty of federal drug trafficking and firearm crimes for supplying fentanyl-laced oxycodone pills that caused the death of an active-duty U.S. Marine Corps lance corporal. The Department of Justice announced the verdict, citing evidence presented during the trial.

The Kerala government is implementing a systematic approach to combat drug trafficking and dismantle related networks, as stated by Satheesan. The Chief Minister emphasized the threat of drug menace to society and the need to protect future generations.

Manipur's Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh stated that drug traffickers have altered routes following the 2023 ethnic conflict, exacerbating drug abuse in the state. The comments were made during an event organized by the Social Welfare Department.

A Moroccan court sentenced 29 individuals, including politicians and business figures, to prison terms and fines in a drug trafficking and corruption case. The trial followed allegations by an imprisoned drug kingpin that associates, including Moroccan officials, were involved in trafficking and asset seizure.

A Moroccan court has sentenced 29 people, including politicians and business figures, in a major drug trafficking and corruption case.

Honduras will purchase Ukrainian drones to combat drug trafficking, following a meeting between the two nations' presidents. Ukraine has emerged as a leader in military drone technology since 2022, with licensing agreements in Canada and Gulf countries, and a German manufacturer planning to build Ukrainian-designed cruise missiles.

The U.S. military conducted a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean, killing two people and leaving six survivors. This attack is part of a campaign targeting 'narcoterrorists' since early September, resulting in over 210 deaths across more than 60 strikes. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of the strikes, and the Pentagon is investigating whether targeting procedures were followed.

The U.S. military conducted a strike on an alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people and leaving six survivors. The operation is part of an ongoing campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America.

The U.S. military conducted a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people and leaving six survivors. The operation is part of an ongoing campaign targeting drug traffickers in Latin America.

The MVA boycotted the Chief Minister's tea party ahead of Maharashtra Assembly's monsoon session. The alliance criticized the government for inadequate responses to issues such as drought, farmers' concerns, rising women's atrocities, drug trafficking, and deteriorating law and order.

Chennithala has issued a warning about implementing strict measures to combat drug trafficking through delivery services. The announcement highlights concerns over illicit drug distribution via courier networks.

Colombia's presidential runoff election will determine the country's approach to drug trafficking. The frontrunner advocates abandoning peace talks and intensifying a hardline strategy against drug traffickers, despite the government's recent progress in disarming guerrillas.

The U.S. claims its crackdown on drug trafficking at the border with Mexico is triggering more criminal activity from Canada, but fentanyl czar Kevin Brosseau says the data does not support this. Brosseau argues the numbers 'really haven't borne that out.'

Five people were arrested in Kershaw on drug trafficking charges following a months-long operation. The investigation led to the seizure of drugs, guns, and money.

The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people, as Donald Trump's administration continues its campaign against alleged drug traffickers in Latin America, which has now killed well over 200 people. U.S. senators are demanding to see unedited video of the strikes.

The U.S. military attacked an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people, as part of the Trump administration's campaign against Latin American traffickers. The strike is among 211 such incidents since September, with critics questioning the legality and effectiveness of the military's actions due to lack of evidence and the primary land-based route for fentanyl into the U.S.

The U.S. military attacked an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person and leaving two survivors. This strike, part of the Trump administration's campaign against 'narcoterrorists,' has resulted in at least 208 deaths since September 2020. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of the strikes, which lack evidence of drug trafficking and face scrutiny from lawmakers and legal scholars.

The U.S. military attacked an alleged drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person and leaving two survivors. The strike occurred as part of the Trump administration's campaign against drug traffickers, which has resulted in 208 deaths since early September. Critics question the legality and effectiveness of the strikes, citing a lack of evidence that the targeted vessels were carrying drugs.

26 members of the Trinitarios gang face federal racketeering charges linked to murders, attempted murders, and drug trafficking in Massachusetts. The indictment involves over a dozen gang members associated with a Dominican prison gang.

26 members of the Trinitarios gang, a Dominican prison gang, are facing federal racketeering charges related to multiple murders, attempted murders, and drug trafficking in Massachusetts.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria raised over N6.1 billion by auctioning properties confiscated from drug traffickers, signaling a financial setback for criminal networks. The agency emphasized the action as a warning to organized crime involved in drug trafficking.

26 members of the Trinitarios gang face federal racketeering charges linked to murders, attempted murders, and drug trafficking in Massachusetts. The indictment involves over a dozen gang members connected to violent crimes and drug activities.

The Nigerian Federal Government emphasized the importance of West Africa in Nigeria's foreign policy, urging the country to mobilize resources to combat terrorism in the Sahel, proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons, and drug and human trafficking in the sub-region.

US President Donald Trump announced that the US military killed Héctor Guerrero, leader of the Venezuelan drug trafficking gang Tren de Aragua, in a strike coordinated with Venezuela. The action was part of Trump's campaign against cartels, while the Biden administration had previously sanctioned the group and offered a reward for its leaders.

Rep. Norma Torres introduced an amendment to block taxpayer-funded VIP perks for pardoned drug traffickers and child traffickers, citing special treatment given to former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández after his pardon. The amendment failed in the House Appropriations Committee along party lines.

Tommy Spaulding, a 42-year-old Chicago resident, was sentenced to nine years in federal prison for selling drugs on the dark web after pleading guilty to conspiracy and drug trafficking offenses in July 2025.

Pakistani minister Mohsin Naqvi delivered a message from Pakistan's army chief and prime minister to Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei during a visit to Tehran. Discussions with Iranian interior minister Eskandar Momeni focused on border security, counterterrorism, drug trafficking, and boosting bilateral economic exchanges to $10 billion. Iran thanked Pakistan for its role in reducing US-Iran tensions, and Naqvi is set to meet Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi.

Pakistan and Russia signed agreements to enhance cooperation against illegal immigration and drug trafficking during a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting in Kyrgyzstan. Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Russian counterpart Vladimir Kolokoltsev also discussed repatriation and narcotics control, while Naqvi held separate talks with interior ministers from Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan on regional security issues.

Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to the 'Shanghai spirit' at an SCO meeting, urging member states to adopt a joint strategy against terrorism, organized crime, cybercrime, and drug trafficking. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasized modernizing coordination and intelligence-sharing to address evolving security challenges, highlighting Pakistan's efforts under the National Action Plan to strengthen counter-terrorism and border security.