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SBU investigating criminal networks supplying synthetic drugs to Russian front

Evidence recovered during an investigation into two Russian nationals accused of running an illegal mephedrone laboratory in Gianyar, Bali, on 7 March 2026.
Evidence recovered during an investigation into two Russian nationals accused of running an illegal mephedrone laboratory in Gianyar, Bali, on 7 March 2026. © Lana Priatna/AFP

Testimonies by Russian prisoners collected by Kyiv's domestic intelligence service have revealed the circulation of the synthetic drug mephedrone near the front line. Seizures of stimulants from soldiers have allowed investigators to map the emergence of a structured market, with criminal networks extending right into the combat zones.

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France, Greece
Macron plans state visit to Athens to boost strategic ties

French President Emmanuel Macron (left), his Cypriot counterpart Nikos Christodoulides (centre) and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at Paphos Military Airport in Cyprus on 9 March 2026.
French President Emmanuel Macron (left), his Cypriot counterpart Nikos Christodoulides (centre) and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at Paphos Military Airport in Cyprus on 9 March 2026. © Gonzalo Fuentes/Pool/EPA/MaxPPP

The French president's office is putting the final touches on a future state visit to Athens aimed at deepening the military partnership between France and Greece. Industrialists are banking on reaping rewards from the event.

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The Agencies' Gazette
1st RPIMa's new boss, London and disinformation, Berlin and Syrian services, KMT leader in Beijing

Appointments, reforms and the issues at stake: every Monday, Intelligence Online serves up snippets big and small from the global intelligence community.

FranceThe next 1st RPIMa commander, HEC and Institut Montaigne fellow

UKLondon follows Paris et al in fight against disinformation

GermanyBerlin forced to rely on Syrian authorities

China/TaiwanBehind KMT chairwoman's invite to Beijing

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