Feb 16 β€’ 04:34 UTC πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France Le Figaro

Salvadoran Navy seizes 6.6 tons of cocaine in the Pacific

The Salvadoran Navy has made the largest drug seizure in its history, confiscating 6.6 tons of cocaine from a Tanzanian-flagged vessel in the Pacific Ocean.

The Salvadoran Navy announced that it has intercepted a Tanzanian-flagged ship in the Pacific Ocean, confiscating 6.6 tons of cocaine, which was hidden inside the ship's ballast. This operation involved military divers to locate the drug, marking a significant achievement for the nation's efforts against drug trafficking. President Nayib Bukele, who is also known for his strong stance against crime, touted this seizure as the largest in Salvadoran history, highlighting the ongoing challenge the country faces with drug trafficking.

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