Multiple Arrests Made in International Drug Trafficking Operations

Security forces in Sulaimani arrested three foreigners for drug trafficking, while other operations led to arrests in Montenegro and the Netherlands. Two individuals wanted by Italy for drug trafficking and assault were also apprehended, awaiting extradition.

23 May, 15:33 — 23 May, 20:01

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Why this matters

International drug trafficking operations pose significant threats to public health, safety, and national security, often fueling organized crime and corruption. These arrests highlight ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies worldwide to disrupt these illicit networks and bring perpetrators to justice.

Key entitiesSulaimani security forces Tivat police Schiphol Airport Police e Shtetit Italy

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Sulaimani security forces arrested three foreigners for drug trafficking.

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S.S. (28) from Mojkovac was arrested in Tivat, Montenegro, suspected of unauthorized production, possession, and distribution of narcotics in October of the previous year.

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A drug investigation originating at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport led to multiple arrests in January and May 2026, involving an intercepted cocaine shipment bound for Australia.

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Two individuals, wanted by Italy for drug trafficking and assault, were arrested in Albania and are awaiting extradition.

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Details of the specific drug types involved in the arrests

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The international nature of the drug trafficking network, specifically linking arrests to an Australia-bound cocaine shipment

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The names of the arrested individuals

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rudawcentercenterneutralMixedReports local security forces' actions factually

nl-timescentercenteranalyticalMostly FactualProvides factual details of international investigation

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The coverage is largely factual and localized, focusing on specific arrests without overt political commentary, resulting in a balanced overall lean.

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rudawMixed2d ago

Sulaimani security forces say arrested three foreigners over drug trafficking - rudaw.net

Sulaimani security forces say arrested three foreigners over drug trafficking rudaw.net

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nl-timesMostly Factual2d ago

Drug smuggling probe at Schiphol leads to arrests in Australia-bound cocaine shipment

A drug investigation launched at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport has resulted in multiple arrests spanning two separate enforcement actions in January and May 2026, after authorities intercepted a lar

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First report: balkan-web · 23 May, 08:43|Full coverage: 4 · 11h|Window: 11h

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balkan-web23 May, 08:43First to report

EMRAT/ Në kërkim nga Italia për trafik droge dhe plagosje, arrestohen dy persona, pritet ekstradimi

7h later

nl-times23 May, 15:33

Drug smuggling probe at Schiphol leads to arrests in Australia-bound cocaine shipment

cdm-me23 May, 15:49

Uhapšen Mjokovčanin osumnjičen za prodaju droge

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rudaw23 May, 20:01Latest update

Sulaimani security forces say arrested three foreigners over drug trafficking - rudaw.net

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Initial Arrests in AlbaniaMay 23 morning

Albanian police finalize operations leading to the arrest of two individuals wanted by Italy for drug trafficking and assault.

Montenegrin ArrestMay 23 afternoon

Tivat police arrest an individual from Mojkovac on suspicion of drug dealing from the previous year.

Schiphol-linked International ArrestsMay 23 afternoon

Dutch authorities announce multiple arrests in January and May 2026 stemming from a drug smuggling probe at Schiphol Airport involving an Australia-bound cocaine shipment.

Sulaimani ArrestsMay 23 evening

Sulaimani security forces report the arrest of three foreign nationals over drug trafficking.

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Multiple Arrests Made in International Drug Trafficking Operations

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Sulaimani security forces say arrested three foreigners over drug trafficking - rudaw.net

Drug smuggling probe at Schiphol leads to arrests in Australia-bound cocaine shipment

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EMRAT/ Në kërkim nga Italia për trafik droge dhe plagosje, arrestohen dy persona, pritet ekstradimi

Drug smuggling probe at Schiphol leads to arrests in Australia-bound cocaine shipment

Uhapšen Mjokovčanin osumnjičen za prodaju droge

Sulaimani security forces say arrested three foreigners over drug trafficking - rudaw.net

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