President Nayib Bukele has announced a significant victory in the fight against international drug trafficking. The National Navy intercepted a vessel carrying 1.5 tons of cocaine, valued at $37.5 million, approximately 600 nautical miles (1,111 kilometers) southwest of the El Cordoncillo mouth in the Jaltepeque estuary.
The operation led to the capture of three Ecuadorian nationals who were transporting the illicit cargo. This latest seizure underscores El Salvador’s commitment to combating organized crime and securing its borders against drug smuggling operations.
Over the past year, authorities have confiscated a total of 25.9 tons of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $647.7 million. These efforts demonstrate the country’s growing capability to disrupt drug trafficking networks and reinforce security measures in the region.
