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In recent operations, Ukrainian law enforcement agencies have intensified their efforts against drug trafficking networks. A major bust revealed a transnational supply of drugs camouflaged as electronic smoking devices, reflecting the adaptability of criminal organizations. The National Police have been pivotal in uncovering these operations, dismantling gangs and seizing illicit substances worth millions in hryvnias. International cooperation remains crucial, with joint operations being conducted against drug syndicates operating across borders. These actions underscore a commitment to combatting the illegal drug trade, with a focus on disrupting supply chains and holding perpetrators accountable in Ukraine.
What methods are used for smuggling drugs into Ukraine?
Criminal networks in Ukraine use various sophisticated methods for smuggling drugs, including disguising them as legitimate goods or integrating them into everyday items like electronic devices. Law enforcement agencies work tirelessly to identify and block these deceptive channels to curb the inflow of illegal substances.
How do law enforcement agencies in Ukraine combat drug trafficking?
Ukrainian law enforcement agencies employ multi-agency collaboration, intelligence operations, and international partnerships to combat drug trafficking. They conduct large-scale raids, utilize advanced technology for surveillance, and carry out coordinated efforts to dismantle drug networks effectively.
Why is international cooperation important in fighting drug crime?
International cooperation is vital in fighting drug crime because it allows countries to share intelligence, streamline operations, and tackle syndicates that operate across national borders. By working together, countries enhance their capability to disrupt global drug markets and enforce stronger legal actions against offenders.
What recent progress has been made in seizing illegal drugs in Ukraine?
Recently, significant progress has been made in Ukraine, with the National Police and other agencies seizing millions worth of illegal drugs. They have blocked international smuggling routes, dismantled organized crime groups, and secured arrests to prevent further distribution of dangerous substances across the region.
What challenges do authorities face in controlling drug trafficking in Ukraine?
Authorities face several challenges, including the continuous evolution of smuggling techniques, corruption within certain sectors, and the constant need for resources to keep up with sophisticated criminal activities. Overcoming these requires sustained effort, enhanced training, and international collaboration.
How are individuals prosecuted in drug trafficking cases in Ukraine?
Individuals involved in drug trafficking in Ukraine are prosecuted under strict national laws, with cases being carefully investigated by the police and prosecution offices. The legal system seeks rigorous penalties to deter future crimes, often involving lengthy prison sentences and heavy fines for found offenders.
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Supplied from EU: a drug dealer was arrested in Odesa with kilogram of cocaine worth $52,000. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers have dismantled a large-scale drug trafficking network operating in Ukraine. In Odesa, a 41-year-old local resident was caught red-handed after organising the smuggling of cocaine from European Union countries. 1 355 9 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Scandal at "Skelia" is blow to mobilisation, - Onistrat. VIDEO The situation surrounding the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia" is affecting the country’s overall defence capability, as people who, for whatever reason, have so far avoided mobilisation will now continue to evade it, using the media scandal as a pretext. 6 348 76 Previously in trend: Death of the soldiers of the Skelia regiment
"From legal point of view, there are no drug-dependent people in Skelia": regiment on information about 2,000 ill fighters The information about two thousand drug-dependent servicemen in the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia" is untrue. Military rights commissioner Olha Reshetylova had earlier reported this. 6 259 42 Previously in trend: Death of the soldiers of the Skelia regiment
Second phase of "Rubicon" anti-drug operation: over 400 individuals implicated, 146 suspects identified, drugs worth 70 million hryvnias seized. PHOTOS As part of the second phase of the ‘Rubicon’ special operation, drugs worth almost 70 million hryvnias on the black market were seized. 3 822 20 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Almost 1.7 kg of dangerous PVP: psychotropic drug smuggling exposed at Romanian border. PHOTOS At the Ukrainian-Romanian border, law enforcement officers prevented a large consignment of the highly dangerous psychotropic substance PVP from being smuggled into Ukraine. 966 1 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
Interregional cocaine distribution channel shut down: "goods" worth UAH 8 million seized. PHOTOS In Kyiv, law enforcement officers successfully shut down a large-scale cocaine supply channel from other regions of Ukraine. According to the pre-trial investigation, the organizer of the scheme turned out to be an active member of the notorious Kryvyi Rih "Dvadtsiativski" drug gang. 1 324 17 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Many people have said that Zelenskyy used drugs at various clubs, - Mendel The president's former spokesperson, Yulia Mendel, called it an "open secret" that Zelenskyy allegedly uses drugs. 7 406 63 Previously in trend: Mendel on Zelenskyy
U420 network was one of "operations" of "Khimprom" drug gang, - National Police One of the operations of the "Khimprom" group was the U420 network. The stores were registered under 145 different sole proprietorships, each of which performed a specific function. 7 158 23 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
Law enforcement officers tried several times to request extradition of leader of "Khimprom", - National Police Law enforcement officials have attempted on several occasions to seek the extradition of the leader of the "Khimprom" drug cartel. 6 657 17 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
Drug syndicate "Khimprom": law enforcement officers seized products worth over UAH 75 million. VIDEO&PHOTOS Police provided details about the activities of the criminal organization "Khimprom," which was involved in drug trafficking, violent crimes, and fraud. 4 972 27 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
U420 chain, which sold drugs disguised as souvenirs, has been shut down. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers carried out searches at the U420 chain of shops, which were selling drugs disguised as souvenirs. 4 645 22 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
Drug trafficking via vapes uncovered in Ukraine – products worth 17.4 million hryvnias seized. PHOTOS Under the procedural guidance of prosecutors from the Office of the Prosecutor General, an organised group has been exposed that had established a transnational drug supply chain from one of the EU countries and was distributing the drugs throughout Ukraine in the form of electronic smoking devices. 2 189 8 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Drug trafficking and smuggling across Tysa: case against organized group sent to court. PHOTOS Prosecutors from the Zakarpattia Regional Prosecutor’s Office have sent to court an indictment against 12 members of an organized group exposed in October 2025. 774 1 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution Elimination of drug trade
Cocaine worth 2 million hryvnias: criminals suspected of drug trafficking detained in Lviv. PHOTOS In Lviv, police detained criminals suspected of distributing large quantities of drugs and psychotropic substances. 2 262 44 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution distribution of drugs
US and Ecuador have launched joint military operation against drug cartels. VIDEO The armed forces of Ecuador and the United States have launched joint operations against organisations recognised as terrorist in Ecuador. 5 415 9
Criminal group that manufactured psychotropic substances with monthly "turnover" of over 70 million hryvnias has been neutralised. VIDEO+PHOTOS The Security Service and National Police have neutralised a criminal group that had established a channel for smuggling heavy psychotropic drugs into Ukraine. As a result of joint operations in Poltava, the organiser and four of his accomplices were detained. 3 088 20 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Young child poisoned by drugs: mother to be tried in Kyiv for failure to fulfil her duties. PHOTOS In Kyiv, a 4-year-old boy was poisoned by drugs found on the floor. His 22-year-old mother, a drug addict, left the child unattended. 2 902 4
National Police detain gang members and seize drugs worth 5 million hryvnias. VIDEO+PHOTOS The National Police detained members of a drug trafficking group and seized drugs worth 5 million hryvnias. 2 357 6 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
International cocaine supply channel blocked in Zakarpattia: drugs worth million dollars seized. PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, police officers blocked an international cocaine supply channel. 2 389 11 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Foreign national was detained in Kyiv with 4 kg of cocaine worth 35 million hryvnias. VIDEO In Kyiv, law enforcement officers detained a foreign citizen who was transporting a large batch of drugs for further sale. 4 511 33
State Bureau of Investigation has dismantled transnational cocaine supply channel to Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation, with the assistance of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, uncovered and dismantled a transnational cocaine supply channel from European countries to Ukraine. 2 713 17 Previously in trend: Elimination of drug trade
Cannabis worth 2 million hryvnias seized: law enforcement officers detained drug dealer in Dnipropetrovsk region. PHOTOS Police officers from Police Station No. 6 and the Kamianske District Police Department exposed a 26-year-old offender. During a sanctioned search, more than 8.5 kilograms of chopped and dried cannabis worth almost 2 million hryvnias were seized from the man. The seized evidence was sent for... 1 136 9 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
SSU and National Police exposed 12 members of drug syndicate that traded in heavy psychotropic drugs in various regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police neutralised an organised criminal group that was engaged in the sale of drugs and heavy psychotropics throughout Ukraine. 1 270 4 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution distribution of drugs
Marines from 810th Brigade of Russian Army conduct "educational" work with fellow soldier: "Where did you screw up, bitch? I’m going to piss on you right now, you fag#ot in tights". VIDEO A video has been published online showing the occupiers from the 810th Separate Marine Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces beating an accomplice with the call sign "Buryi" and threatening to kill him. 10 197 21 Previously in trend: Order in Russian army
In Mykolaiv region, State Bureau of Investigation exposed prison employee who was working as "drug courier". PHOTOS SBI officers, with the assistance of the SSU and the leadership of the SPS, uncovered and blocked a drug trafficking channel in the Kazankivska Correctional Colony No. 93 in Mykolaiv region, involving an employee of the institution. 1 056 2 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution distribution of drugs
Drug-addicted occupiers "relax" with colander on their heads and bowl in their hands. VIDEO 18+ Soldiers of the 31st motorised rifle regiment of the 67th motorised rifle division of the Russian Armed Forces were caught on video in a state of obvious drug intoxication. 17 525 26 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
National Police dismantled group that supplied drugs to Kyiv pre-trial detention centre. PHOTOS The defendants are four residents of Kyiv and the region, aged 30 to 49. In addition to the pre-trial detention centre, the dealers sold drugs in the capital by means of bookmarks. 1 503 4 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution Elimination of drug trade
Drug-addicted occupier blows himself up in his trench: "F#cking drug-addict. He got high, idiot. And then he started gnawing grenade". VIDEO A video was posted online showing Russians examining and preparing to help their accomplice. 14 879 30 Previously in trend: Order in Russian army
Female detainee involved employee of Rivne pre-trial detention centre in drug trafficking. She paid him with intimate photos, - SBI. PHOTOS A drug trafficking scheme was exposed in the Rivne pre-trial detention centre. The key role was played by an employee of the institution who was in a romantic relationship with a prisoner. 8 291 39 Previously in trend: distribution of drugs
Large-scale operation to dismantle drug trafficking networks in Ukraine: 67 suspects detained, over 17 million doses of drugs seized. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers conducted 230 searches across 15 regions of Ukraine and exposed an interregional criminal organization consisting of 67 members involved in the production and distribution of psychotropic substances. Narcotics worth over 2 billion UAH were seized. 4 874 39 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution Elimination of drug trade
National Police conduct large-scale operation to dismantle drug networks: 66 dealers detained along with ringleader operating across 15 regions. VIDEO+PHOTOS The police exposed an organised group whose members manufactured and supplied psychotropic substances alpha-PVP, amphetamine and mephedrone to all regions of the country. The police detained 66 dealers led by the organiser. 3 727 25 Previously in trend: Elimination of drug trade
National Police are conducting more than 200 searches as part of special operation to dismantle drug business in Ukraine. PHOTOS In Ukraine, law enforcement officers have launched more than 200 searches as part of a special operation to dismantle drug business. 4 397 27 Previously in trend: Elimination of drug trade
Cocaine smuggling from Honduras worth UAH 8 million per month: Criminal group detained – National Police. VIDEO+PHOTOS Members of a criminal group involved in monthly cocaine shipments have been exposed. The group was receiving up to 30 drug-containing parcels each month. The trafficking route spanned three continents: from Honduras in North America to Panama in South America, and then on to Ukraine. The senders... 3 535 19 Previously in trend: Drug manufacturing and distribution
Two-stage special operation of National Police: criminal organisation that sold raw materials for amphetamine and withdrew over UAH 200 million from Ukraine is liquidated. PHOTOS The National Police conducted a two-stage special operation to eliminate a criminal organisation that was laundering millions in profits through the bank accounts of thousands of straw persons. 1 759 19
They traded hard drugs in different countries of world: SSU detains heads of international drug syndicate in Ukraine. PHOTOS The SSU and the National Police neutralised an international criminal organisation involved in the manufacture, smuggling and sale of drugs in Ukraine and abroad. 4 096 12
Cocaine instead of ground coffee: Smuggling channel of drugs from EU to Ukraine is blocked - National Police. PHOTOS Law enforcers jointly with investigators of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine and the State Customs Service of Ukraine in Lviv region blocked the illegal activities of a criminal drug group whose members set up a scheme to smuggle cocaine from the EU to Ukraine. The offenders disguised... 4 070 33
Police exposed transnational drug gang that manufactured and sold methadone to Ukraine and European Union. PHOTOS The Department for Combating Drug Crimes of the Criminal Police, together with colleagues from the Republic of Poland, uncovered a transnational group of drug traffickers who manufactured and sold methadone to Ukraine and the European Union. 2 640 14
Drug syndicate producing up to 100 kg of heavy psychotropics per month was neutralized: 10 members detained, 44 searches conducted - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service and the National Police neutralised an international criminal organisation that manufactured and sold wholesale consignments of hard drugs and psychotropics. 3 679 24
Over tonne of heroin was destroyed in Lviv region - prosecutor’s office. PHOTOS A court decision in Lviv region resulted in the destruction of more than a tonne of heroin being smuggled from Pakistan to the EU. 3 810 20
SBI operatives liquidate interregional drug syndicate with monthly turnover of UAH 40 million. VIDEO Law enforcement officers conducted more than 30 authorised searches in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions and shut down two drug labs. The members of the interregional group were engaged in the manufacture and sale of drugs and psychotropics on a large scale. Investigators served 15 members... 2 783 16
Russian in pharmacy points gun at pharmacist: "I need promedol! I will shoot you. There is no promedol? Well, okay". VIDEO A video was posted online showing a Russian man threatening an employee of a Rostov pharmacy with a gun and demanding the drug promedol. 14 526 21
Interregional channel for sale of psychotropes and drugs was blocked: 14 participants detained and "goods" worth over UAH 11.5 million were seized. PHOTOS An interregional organised group, which set up a drug trafficking channel in Ukraine, was exposed and stopped. 1 920 3
Criminal organization that sold heavy drugs in EU countries was neutralized - SSU. PHOTOS The SSU, together with the National Police, eliminated another international channel for the sale of hard drugs and psychotropics to the EU countries. 1 869 0
Five drug laboratories, millions in revenue and "export" of banned substances - National Police exposes powerful drug gang. PHOTOS The OCG members equipped five drug laboratories and even "exported" illegal substances disguised as food bags. The police have already detained three organisers and ten gang members. 7 052 20
Drug-addicted occupier slowly walks along field road under fire, and then shoots himself in arm with machine gun. VIDEO Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance filmed a strange occupier who came into view of a UAV camera. 25 631 49 Previously in trend: War
Occupiers beat those who refused to go into battle with sticks: "That’s it! You’re already "200th", f#ck!". VIDEO A video has been published online in which two occupiers are beaten with sticks by their colleagues. 26 278 104 Previously in trend: War
"Smoke screen": MFA decries Russia’s fake allegations against Ukrainian diplomats in Lebanon The fake story about the alleged wrongdoings of the Ukrainian diplomats working in Lebanon, launched by the Russian foreign ministry, aims to create a smokescreen amid the fallout over the case involving Russian diplomats smuggling cocaine. 7 161 10
SBU uncovers two drug trafficking schemes. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has blocked two international drug trafficking channels used by smugglers to bring into Ukraine narcotics concealed in wholesale batches of medicines and cosmetics. 3 276 7
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