OFAC Program: NARCOTICS
تحریم مواد مخدر
Sanctions program
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View Timeline →US Removes Venezuela from Drug Transit and Production List Amid Policy Shifts
The US has removed Venezuela from its list of countries involved in drug transit and production, citing progress made since the ousting of Maduro. This…
UNODC Highlights Importance of Supporting Iran's Counter-Narcotics Efforts
The UNODC has released a report highlighting the importance of supporting Iran in its fight against narcotics. This support is deemed beneficial not only for…
Violence in Sri Lankan Prisons: 3 Dead, 23 Injured Amid Gang Rivalries
A riot in Sri Lankan prisons resulted in 3 deaths and 23 injuries, attributed to narcotics dealers and gang rivalries. While this incident primarily involves…
Iranian Police Disband 388 Drug Trafficking Gangs in Four Months
In the first four months of the current Iranian year, the anti-narcotics police have dismantled 388 drug trafficking gangs. This operation, led by Iraj Kakavand,…
UNODC Commends Iran's Success in Combating Drug Trafficking
The UNODC praised Iran for its successful efforts in combating transnational drug trafficking, particularly in seizing methamphetamine from Afghanistan. This recognition highlights the effectiveness and…
Syria's Government Intensifies Crackdown on Captagon Trade
Syria's anti-narcotics units are conducting raids to combat the Captagon trade, seizing pills from homes. The Syrian government is actively involved in this crackdown, which…
India Launches Demolition Drive to Combat Border Crimes Amid Rising Tensions with Pakistan
India has initiated a demolition drive along its border to combat infiltration, narcotics, and smuggling, as tensions with Pakistan escalate. The Indian interior minister has…
Execution of Unidentified Man for Killing Anti-Narcotics Policeman in Karaj
An unidentified man was executed in Karaj Penitentiary for murdering an anti-narcotics policeman. This execution highlights ongoing issues related to crime and punishment in Iran.…
Bolivian Authorities Capture Drug Kingpin Sebastian Marset in Police Raid
Bolivian authorities captured drug kingpin Sebastian Marset in a police raid and transferred him to the United States. The U.S. has been advocating for more…
US Military Operation in Ecuador Raises Concerns Over Anti-Narcotics Strategy
The Trump administration has initiated a US military operation in Ecuador aimed at combating drug trafficking. Critics are raising concerns about the expanding nature and…
Ongoing Challenges in Capturing Mexican Drug Cartel Leaders
The killing of drug kingpin El Mencho by Mexico's government highlights ongoing challenges with cartel leaders who remain at large. This situation involves various Mexican…
Killing El Mencho: A Band-Aid Solution to Mexico's Cartel Crisis
The article discusses the killing of cartel leader El Mencho and argues that such actions have not effectively reduced drug production and trafficking to the…
Violence Erupts in Mexico Following Killing of Drug Lord 'El Mencho'
A wave of violence erupted in Mexico following the killing of drug lord 'El Mencho' by security forces. The incident involves Mexican authorities and drug…
Stratford Police Seek Four Individuals for Drug-Related Crimes
Stratford police are actively searching for four individuals linked to narcotics-related offenses. While the article focuses on local law enforcement, the implications of drug trafficking…
Enhancement of U.S. Operational Command Level in Counter-Narcotics Operations in Latin America
The U.S. has established a new joint force for counter-narcotics operations in Latin America to bolster military presence and address drug trafficking. This initiative has…
Increase in Drug-Related Deaths in Iran
Iran has seen a significant increase in drug-related deaths, with approximately 6,500 recorded in 2023, the highest in five years. This alarming trend reflects a…
New Research: Redefining Brain Circuits Under the Influence of Magic Mushrooms
Recent research has shown that psilocybin, a compound found in magic mushrooms, can temporarily reset brain neural networks, potentially paving the way for new therapeutic…
A Human Rights Organization Reports: Iran Ranks First in Executing Women Worldwide
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported that Iran executed at least 22 women in 2023, the highest number since 2014, highlighting severe human rights violations…
Unveiling a New Layer of the Healthcare Crisis in Iran; Profiting from Patient Information
A new report highlights the exploitation of patient information in Iran's healthcare sector, revealing that illegal platforms are profiting from this data. The lack of…
Singapore Executes Woman for Trafficking 31 Grams of Heroin; First Execution of a Woman in 19 Years
Singapore executed a woman for drug trafficking, marking the first execution of a woman in 19 years. This has drawn criticism from human rights groups…