Drug Trafficking
U.S. sends USS Gerald R. Ford to Latin America as Trump signals possible land strikes on cartels
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The Pentagon is sending the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group to the U.S. Southern Command region to bolster counter-narcotics operations, as President Donald Trump suggests the campaign could expand to land targets after a 10th strike on a suspected drug boat killed six people in the Caribbean.
Spanish police seize 6.5 tons of cocaine at sea
Agents from the GEO unit of Spain's National Police intercepted a merchant vessel in the Atlantic carrying 6,500 kilos of hidden cocaine, 600 miles from the Canary Islands. The operation, tipped off by the US DEA, led to the arrest of nine crew members. The Tanzanian-flagged ship was heading to the port of Vigo.
U.S. admiral steps down amid strikes on Venezuelan drug boats
Admiral Alvin Holsey, head of U.S. Southern Command, has retired after expressing concerns over the legality of ongoing military strikes on suspected drug vessels off Venezuela. The Pentagon continues these operations, including a recent drone strike on a submarine that killed two and captured two survivors. Critics question the actions' compliance with U.S. and international law.
Bnn dismantles cross-island drug network using vapes for concealment
23 अक्टूबर 2025 21:11B-1 bombers approach Venezuela as Trump suggests land strikes on cartels
18 अक्टूबर 2025 00:03U.S. strike on suspected drug traffickers leaves survivors
04 अक्टूबर 2025 00:02U.S. strikes alleged drug boat near Venezuela, killing four
Gang leader Mikael Tenezos detained for 30 crimes
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Mikael 'Greken' Tenezos, alleged leader of the Dalen network, has been detained in Sweden for around 30 serious crimes following extradition from Mexico. He faces charges including drug smuggling, attempted murder, and involving minors in criminal activities. Tenezos denies all allegations.
Ndlea officers and soldiers attacked in edo drug raid
Operatives from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and army personnel faced an ambush during a raid in Ukpuje town, Edo State. One officer sustained a hand injury from a sharp object but is expected to recover fully. The incident highlights ongoing resistance to anti-drug operations in cannabis-prone areas.
US military kills six alleged narcoterrorists in strike off Venezuela
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President Donald Trump announced on October 14, 2025, that the US military conducted a lethal strike on a drug-trafficking vessel in international waters off Venezuela's coast, killing six men aboard. The action targeted a boat linked to a designated terrorist organization involved in narcotics trafficking. This marks the fifth such strike since September amid escalating US efforts against regional cartels.
U.S. strikes eighth drug boat in eastern Pacific
The United States conducted its eighth lethal strike on an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific on October 22, 2025, killing two smugglers. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the action, directed by President Trump, as part of efforts against narco-trafficking. Democrats have called for congressional hearings over concerns about transparency and legality.