Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine

Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.

• Mar 26

U.S., Ecuador carry out joint anti-drug strikes, video shows

U.S. and Ecuadoran forces conducted "lethal kinetic operations" inside Ecuador to combat drug trafficking in the South American country, SOUTHCOM said.

• Mar 9

U.S. offers $10 million for capture of cartel bosses "The Frog" and "Achilles"

The U. S. is offering $5 million each for information on Rene Arzate Garcia and his brother Alfonso Arzate Garcia.

• Feb 27

Strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean kills 3 people, U.S. military says

Since the administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in small vessels last year, at least 148 people have been killed in the strikes.

• Feb 23

After leader killed, what does future hold for powerful Jalisco cartel?

Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," had a $15 million U.S. bounty on his head.

• Feb 23

4 tons of cocaine seized from "narco sub" in Pacific, video shows

Mexico said it seized about four tons of drugs and detained three people from a "narco sub" 250 nautical miles south of Manzanillo.

• Feb 20

U.S. military strikes 3 more alleged drug boats, killing 11 people

The series of strikes brought the death toll to at least 145 people since the administration began targeting the small vessels since September.

• Feb 18

U.S., Mexico seize tons of cocaine in "coordinated" Pacific operation

President Trump has threatened to slap additional tariffs on Mexico to pressure the country into beefing up drug raids and cartel arrests.

• Feb 12

France seizes 4 tons of cocaine in Pacific, intercepts drug boat in Caribbean

France's navy seized 4.24 tons of cocaine from a ship in the south Pacific and also intercepted a boat trafficking cocaine in the Caribbean, officials said.

• Feb 5

Boat crew tosses 115 kilos of cocaine in Pacific while fleeing Colombian navy

The seizure was announced on the same day that Colombian President Gustavo Petro met with President Trump at the White House.

• Feb 4

Colombian security forces kill 5 members of powerful cocaine cartel

President Donald Trump is set to host Gustavo Petro at the White House for talks on combatting drug trafficking from Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer.

• Jan 28

"Narco sub" sinks with more drugs aboard after record cocaine haul seized

Police were assisted by the navy and air force, as well as the U.K. and U..S authorities, in difficult weather conditions.

• Jan 26

Beauty salon, others sanctioned for trafficking cocaine to U.S.

The sanctions target family-operated companies, including Magic Esthetic Salon, linked to alleged drug trafficking and money laundering.

• Jan 23

Florida Keys boat captain accused of selling cocaine found at sea

A charter boat captain in the Florida Keys was arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was reportedly found at sea, authorities said.

• Jan 21

French navy reels in 4.87 tons of cocaine from fishing boat in Pacific

Authorities released an image from the operation, showing a naval helicopter hovering above a vessel with packages laid out on the deck.

• Jan 20

Drug ring used swimmers to stash cocaine on ships at sea, police say

Police said they had busted a network that saw smugglers swim on the high seas to help stash Colombian cocaine on container ships and hijack vessels.

• Jan 15

2 tons of cocaine seized after boat chased down in Pacific, video shows

The world's largest cocaine-producing country is facing pressure from the U.S. to tackle drug trafficking.

• Jan 15

Spain makes largest-ever cocaine seizure at sea in U.S.-aided bust

Police released a video on social media showing officers on a speed boat intercepting the ship and DEA agents on the scene.

• Jan 12

Colombia's leader hopes new dialogue with Trump can "stop a world war"

Colombia's left-wing President Gustavo Petro speaks with CBS News in a network exclusive interview about what a U.S. attack on his country could mean.

• Jan 9

20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record

Video shows Coast Guard vehicles pursuing a go-fast vessel that appeared to have multiple people aboard.

• Dec 6, 2025

7 tons of cocaine seized off Colombia, 11 arrested unharmed, navy says

The seizures come as Colombian President Gustavo Petro is calling on the U.S. to end strikes in the region against apparent drug-carrying vessels.

• Dec 5, 2025

Accused fentanyl kingpin wanted by U.S. killed by Mexican military

Pedro Inzunza Coronel, alias "Pichon," was wanted by the U.S. on accusations of trafficking large amounts of fentanyl and cocaine.

• Dec 1, 2025

Dogs sniff out 14 tons of cocaine in Colombia, biggest bust in decade

The cocaine, stored in dozens of 110-pound sacks inside a warehouse, was "camouflaged" in a mixture with plaster, officials said.

• Nov 22, 2025

Coast Guard announces record cocaine seizure

The Coast Guard said it conducted its largest cocaine seizure in history worth an estimated $362 million. Take an inside look as officials offload the nearly 50,000 pounds of drugs.

• Nov 22, 2025

Accused fentanyl kingpin in U.S. court after being captured in Cuba

The drug trafficking suspect was turned over to the U.S. to face charges he trafficked large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl into the country.

• Nov 20, 2025

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