Drug trafficking
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Mexico’s Drug War Data is A Misguided Effort to Appease the U.S.
Mexico's exaggerated drug lab seizure data, driven by U.S. demands, undermines genuine efforts in combating drug trafficking and distorts the…
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New York Jury Convicts Venezuelan for Major Cocaine Trafficking
Carlos Orense, accused of bribing top Venezuelan officials, was found guilty by a New York federal jury on charges of…
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Ecuador’s $200 Million Security Boost to Tackle Drug-Related Violence
Ecuador is on the brink of securing a $200 million deal with the United States for advanced security equipment and…
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New president of Ecuador changes strategy against drug trafficking
Less than 48 hours into his presidency, Ecuador's newly elected leader, Daniel Noboa, fulfilled a campaign promise by repealing controversial…
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Mexico’s Captures Most Feared Drug Lord’s Henchman
In a dramatic operation, Mexico's National Guard apprehended Nestor Isidro Pérez Salas, the notorious "El Nini," alleged security chief for…
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Honduras Intercepts Historic Fentanyl Shipment
Honduran authorities seized a record-breaking near half-ton of fentanyl, marking a significant narcotics bust for the Central American nation.
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Bolivian Government Seizes Over 207 Kilograms of Cocaine Destined for Brazil
Bolivia is a transit country for cocaine in route to international markets, particularly in Brazil. The country's proximity to Brazil's…
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The Sinaloa Cartel Was Applauded By Residents Of Southern Mexico: What Is Happening In Chiapas?
Residents in southern Mexico, in the state of Chiapas, applauded the Sinaloa cartel for freeing roads that were blocked by…
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Imprisonment vs. Reduce Recruitment: How to Stop Cartel Violence in Mexico?
A study published this week in the journal Science recommends paying more attention to reducing recruitment in Mexico to stop…
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Drug Trafficking in Ecuador: Key Point in Cocaine Trafficking to Mexico and the United States
Today 19 people were arrested in Ecuador accused of making large shipments of cocaine to Mexico. Drug trafficking in Ecuador…
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