1,400 Tonnes of Drugs Intercepted in 62-Country Historic Operation | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Operation Orion, a six-week international operation involving 62 countries, resulted in the largest-ever drug bust, intercepting 1,400 tons of drugs worth $8.5 billion and uncovering a new drug trafficking route using narco-submarines. The operation highlights successful international collaboration in countering drug trafficking, disrupting major drug cartels' income and revealing their evolving tactics.

International Drug Bust

• 00:00:05 Operation Orion, a collaborative effort of 62 countries, resulted in the seizure of 1,400 tons of drugs, including marijuana and cocaine, valued at $8.5 billion. This unprecedented drug bust signifies a major blow to drug trafficking operations and signifies a new high watermark in the fight against drug cartels.

New Drug Trafficking Route

• 00:01:42 Authorities discovered a new drug trafficking route using semi-submersible vessels, also known as narco-subs, which are difficult to detect due to their low profile. One Colombian narco-sub, carrying tons of cocaine, was intercepted while en route to Australia, highlighting the adaptability of drug cartels and the need for continued vigilance against evolving tactics.