Historic Cocaine Bust in Dominican Republic

Authorities in the Dominican Republic have made their largest-ever cocaine seizure, discovering 9,500kg of the drug hidden in a banana shipment at a port in Santo Domingo, intended for Europe. The cocaine, valued at $250 million, was concealed in 320 bags, and at least 10 individuals linked to the port are under investigation. This incident highlights the Caribbean's role as a major drug trafficking route to Europe, where cocaine use is rising, contributing to increased drug-related deaths.