Highlights – Interpol seized drugs worth $6.5 billion worldwide, a successful campaign against illegal drug trafficking and narco-terrorism under ‘Operation Garuda’.
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Interpol has launched a major and successful operation to curb the illegal drug trade. This international operation has seized drugs worth $6.5 billion worldwide. The operation, dubbed “Operation Garuda,” demonstrates the unification of law enforcement agencies worldwide to dismantle this dangerous drug network. This is not just a seizure of drugs, but the beginning of a decisive battle against narco-terrorism.
Operation Garuda’s “Steel” War
Interpol conducted this operation in collaboration with police and narcotics control agencies from several countries. The operation focused on Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East, where the bulk of the drug trafficking occurs. Large consignments of drugs such as heroin, cocaine, opium, and methamphetamine were seized. This operation has dealt a major blow to the network of drug traffickers and smugglers. A senior Interpol official said the operation also revealed that drug traffickers are changing their tactics and are now using smaller ships and trucks to reduce the risk of being caught.
The ‘Dark’ Connection Between Drugs and Terrorism
Drug trafficking is not just a social evil, it is also deeply linked to terrorism. Drug proceeds are often used to fund terrorist activities. Therefore, this Interpol operation is an important step not only to curb drug trafficking but also to eliminate terrorism. Following this successful operation, Interpol has stated that it will continue such operations in the future. They have also appealed to governments around the world to cooperate with Interpol in the fight against drugs.
