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News in English (USA) / 22.06.2026 / 13:00

Australia Witnesses Record Cocaine Seizure

Australian police have made history with the largest cocaine bust recorded in the country, seizing approximately 2.7 tonnes of cocaine valued at around $816 million from an underground bunker in Sydney. This operation, part of a joint organized crime investigation, led to the discovery of the illicit drugs hidden beneath a property, culminating in multiple arrests and the dismantling of a significant drug smuggling network. Authorities stated that this record haul signifies a major victory in the fight against organized crime in Australia.
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