International Collaboration in Drug Interdiction
Operation targeted multinational trafficking network exporting cocaine from South America to Europe.
Authorities recovered cocaine using shovels and hands, seizing a handgun and arresting 13 crew members.
Vessel ran out of fuel and was towed to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Operation is largest maritime cocaine bust since 1999's 7,500 kg seizure from Tammsaare.
International partners including UK, Brazil, France, Portugal, and US DEA joined operation.
13 tonnes of cocaine seized at Algeciras in 2024.
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