Joint Spanish-French Operation Seizes 4 Tons of Cocaine Near Canary Islands

On October 4, 2024, Spanish and French security forces seized 4 tons of cocaine from a Tanzanian-flagged vessel near the Canary Islands. The operation, named ‘Pascal-Lino 2024,’ led to the arrest of all ten crew members. The vessel’s suspicious activities and route indicated involvement in international drug trafficking, highlighting the challenges faced by authorities.

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Maritime Crime and Piracy at All-Time Low, Crew Threats Persist

The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported a decrease in piracy incidents from January to September 2024, with only 79 incidents compared to 99 in the same period last year. Most incidents occurred at night, with perpetrators armed in 45 reported incidents. Despite this decline, violence towards crew members remains a significant concern.

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