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Greece Arrests 8 in Drug Smuggling Bust with Israeli Assistance

Aug 14, 2024, 10:11 AM

Greek authorities, with assistance from Israel, have arrested eight foreign nationals, including four Israelis, in connection with a drug smuggling network. The criminal ring allegedly used yachts to traffic drugs from Europe to Israel. The arrests were made on Monday night, and the operation is part of a major drug bust. Police are continuing to search for additional members of the group.