Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:26am on 08 Nov 2024,Friday International
Spanish authorities have seized 13 tonnes of cocaine, valued at £659m, in the country's largest anti-narcotics operation. The drugs were hidden in a banana shipment from Ecuador, intercepted at Algeciras port. Wholesale value is estimated at £387.5m. The operation, also the EU's second-largest, targeted a container from Guayaquil, Ecuador. Authorities released footage of the raid, showcasing the massive haul. This seizure disrupts international drug trafficking and demonstrates Spain's commitment to combating organized crime. Investigations are ongoing, with the operation marking a significant milestone in the fight against narcotics trafficking in Europe and globally.
