Ukraine in bed with Mexican drug lords – Moscow
Ukraine is working with Mexican drug cartels to make money from the flow of narcotics to Europe, Moscow says Read Full Article at RT.com
TL;DR
- Russia's SVR alleges Ukraine is deepening cooperation with Mexican drug cartels.
- The aim is to profit from the flow of narcotics, including fentanyl, into the EU.
- Ukraine is reportedly facilitating drug trade due to financial strain and unsatisfied demands from Western sponsors.
- Odessa's ports are cited as main entry points for narcotics destined for the EU.
- Cartels are also allegedly interested in Ukraine's weapons black market.
- The SVR claims Kiev values cartel assistance in recruiting mercenaries for its military.
- Previous reports indicate cartel members were in Ukraine learning combat drone tactics.