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Myanmar authorities seize 2 million stimulant tablets, 134 kg of heroin in massive drug bust

Naypyidaw, May 31 (UNI) Myanmar authorities have seized nearly two million stimulant tablets and over 134 kg of heroin in one of the country’s largest recent drug busts, valued at about US
3 million), according to a statement released by the Myanmar Police Force.
Acting on tip-off, the operation unfolded late on May 20 in Lewe Township. Led by a joint team from the Drug Enforcement Division, the authorities stopped a Fuso 12-wheel truck late on May 20 as it travelled from Aungnangcho to Pyinmana, reports Global Light of Myanmar.
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Russia labels British Council an undesirable organisation, calls it a tool of UK government

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EU redirects 335 billion Euros of Covid relief money to defence projects

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