洛佩斯指出，美国的大规模军事部署正在威胁委内瑞拉、加勒比海域以及整个拉美地区，委方必须 提高应对海上武装冲突的作战准备。 据委军方透露，本次演习，委方将出动12艘军舰、22架军机及20艘小型海军特种民兵快艇，演习内 容包括空中、海上和陆地演习。 卡韦略说，今年以来，委内瑞拉已缴获超过60吨毒品，是自2010年以来缴获毒品数量最多的一年。 新华社加拉加斯9月17日电（记者孟宜霏）委内瑞拉国防部长帕德里诺·洛佩斯17日宣布，为应对美 国在加勒比海域的军事部署，委内瑞拉即日起在北部奥奇拉岛进行为期三天的军事演习，提升面向加勒 比海域的战备状态。 关于美国声称总共"击沉"三艘委内瑞拉船只事件，卡韦略质疑消息的真实性。他在新闻发布会上表 示，"关于他们所说的三艘船只，无人知晓。他们声称船上装有毒品，但谁亲眼见过毒品？" 当天早些时候，委内瑞拉内政、司法与和平部长迪奥斯达多·卡韦略在新闻发布会上指出，美国毒 品管制局涉嫌参与近期在委内瑞拉加勒比海域查获的毒品走私案。 卡韦略提到，委方在最近一次缉毒行动中查获3680公斤可卡因，并称这一事件是美国毒品管制局为 诬陷委内瑞拉而策划的。他提到，被捕人员供认说这批货物系由一名美国 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the potential military actions by the United States against drug trafficking organizations in Venezuela, highlighting the deployment of F-35 fighter jets and the increasing tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela [2]. Group 1: U.S. Military Actions - U.S. President Trump is considering military strikes against Venezuelan drug trafficking groups, including cross-border operations [2]. - The U.S. has ordered the deployment of 10 F-35 fighter jets to a military base in Puerto Rico to combat drug trafficking, which adds military capability in the Caribbean region [2]. - The deployment of these fighter jets is expected to arrive in the southern Caribbean by next weekend [2]. Group 2: U.S.-Venezuela Relations - In August, the U.S. offered a $50 million reward for the capture of Venezuelan President Maduro, citing his alleged involvement in drug trafficking [2]. - The U.S. has also deployed multiple naval vessels in the Caribbean Sea near Venezuela to combat drug trafficking, further escalating tensions between the two nations [2]. - On September 5, Venezuela's Foreign Ministry condemned U.S. Secretary of State Rubio and anti-Venezuelan forces for inciting hatred and attempting to justify military actions under the pretext of fighting drugs [2]. Group 3: Regional Response - Venezuela's government claims that U.S. military actions violate international law and human rights standards, facing widespread global condemnation [2]. - Latin America has united against any actions that threaten regional peace and has rejected allegations of Venezuela's involvement in drug trafficking [2].

总台记者9月1日获悉，比利时警方逮捕了7名荷兰公民，他们涉嫌走私1200公斤可卡因。这批毒品途经 一个非洲国家运抵安特卫普港，警方没有对外透露具体途经了哪个国家。 此外，在此次行动中，还有3名比利时人被捕，其中最小的年仅14岁。犯罪分子经常雇佣青少年从港口 集装箱中取走毒品。 今年前五个月，安特卫普港约有140人因涉嫌走私毒品被捕，其中一半是荷兰人，20人为未成年人。 （总台记者 朱曦莉） 责编：李磊、王瑞景 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the establishment of a large-scale international drug trafficking network involving synthetic opioids, particularly fentanyl, with a significant operational base in Japan, facilitated by a Chinese organization [1][4][6]. Group 1: Organization and Operations - The Chinese organization has set up a base in Japan to manage drug trafficking and money laundering activities, utilizing Japan as a "safe zone" for operations [3][9]. - The organization is linked to various international drug trafficking groups, including those in Mexico, the United States, Russia, Australia, and India [1][8]. - The organization operates under the guise of legitimate businesses, such as Hubei Amarvel Biotech, which has connections to the Sinaloa Cartel [7][9]. Group 2: Financial Transactions and Dark Web Activity - Approximately 40% of transactions are conducted through the dark web, indicating a reliance on anonymous online platforms for drug sales [8]. - The organization utilizes multiple virtual currency accounts to facilitate payments, with significant transactions often exceeding $10,000 [8][14]. - The financial analysis indicates that the Chinese organization has become a key supplier of drug precursors on an international scale [8]. Group 3: International Investigations and Implications - The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has initiated formal investigations into the fentanyl issue in Japan, suggesting the potential for a large-scale international drug case [6]. - Investigations reveal that the organization has connections with other Chinese smuggling groups, indicating a broader network of illicit activities [15][19]. - The complexity of international drug trafficking cases often requires extensive cooperation between countries, and the fentanyl issue may take years to fully unravel [19].

Core Insights - The Rotterdam port in the Netherlands has recently uncovered a drug smuggling case involving 80 packages of cocaine, with an estimated market value of approximately 2 million euros [1] - The cocaine was found in two refrigerated containers, one originating from Peru and the other from the United States, both destined for a company in Antwerp, Belgium [1] - The increase in drug smuggling activities through Rotterdam and Antwerp ports highlights their significance as major gateways for drug trafficking into Europe [1][2] Summary by Sections Drug Smuggling Case - The Dutch police seized 80 packages of cocaine in two refrigerated containers at the Rotterdam port, with an estimated value of around 2 million euros [1] - One container was loaded with bananas from Peru, containing 30 packages of cocaine, while the other contained fruits, nuts, and edible plants from the United States, with 50 packages of cocaine found [1] Investigation and Response - The Dutch police, customs, public prosecutor's office, and financial intelligence units are collaborating on the investigation of the drug smuggling case [1] - In response to the rising drug trafficking, both Rotterdam and Antwerp ports are increasing personnel and purchasing scanning equipment to achieve "100% scanning" of suspicious containers, particularly those from Latin America [2] - Special task forces have been established to enhance cooperation between the two countries in blocking drug trafficking routes between the Netherlands and Belgium [2] Drug Sources and Trends - Latin American countries such as Ecuador, Panama, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Peru are identified as major sources of the drugs [1] - There has been a notable increase in drug shipments from Sierra Leone in West Africa to the two ports since 2024, indicating that trafficking organizations are attempting to establish new routes [1]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the involvement of a Chinese organization in the illegal trafficking of synthetic drugs, particularly fentanyl, with connections to Japan and the United States, raising concerns about international drug smuggling networks [1][12][20]. Group 1: Arrests and Investigations - In June 2023, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) arrested Chinese nationals Wang Qingzhou and Chen Yiyi for allegedly smuggling dangerous drugs into the U.S. [1][3] - During the investigation, a figure referred to as "the boss in Japan," identified as Fengzhi Xia, emerged, indicating a potential leadership role in the drug trafficking organization [1][5][12]. Group 2: Company Connections - Wang Qingzhou and others were executives at Hubei Amarvel Biotech, a chemical company in Wuhan, which was found guilty of illegally importing fentanyl precursors into the U.S. [5][12] - Chen Yiyi confirmed her employment at companies invested by Fengzhi Xia, suggesting a network of businesses involved in the drug trade [5][12]. Group 3: Social Media and Identification - Investigations revealed a Facebook account belonging to Fengzhi Xia, with limited connections and a profile indicating residence in Naha, Japan, but with ties back to Wuhan [5][9][11]. - The article notes that Xia is linked to at least 16 companies across China, including a 100% owned trading company in Wuhan, indicating a broad network of operations [9][12]. Group 4: Drug Trafficking Routes - The article discusses the emergence of Japan as a potential hub for drug trafficking, with experts indicating multiple smuggling routes involving Japan, Mexico, and the U.S. [14][16]. - FIRSKY, a company linked to Xia, is noted to have operations in Japan and is involved in the import-export of chemical products, further complicating the drug trafficking landscape [10][12]. Group 5: Fentanyl Crisis in the U.S. - The article emphasizes the severity of the fentanyl crisis in the U.S., with approximately 110,000 overdose deaths in 2023, primarily due to synthetic opioids like fentanyl [13][20]. - The DEA has been monitoring Amarvel since 2022, revealing a complex network for fentanyl distribution from China to Mexico and then to the U.S. [18][20].