Colombia raises import tariffs on Ecuadorian goods from 30% to 100% amid escalating trade tensions
Colombia's Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism has implemented a significant increase in import tariffs on goods from Ecuador, raising the rate from 30 percent to 100 percent. This development comes in response to Ecuador's announcement of a similar hike, marking an escalation in trade tensions between the two countries, both of which are facing ongoing issues related to drug trafficking and economic stability. The tariff adjustment was confirmed on Friday, following Ecuador's decision to increase its import taxes as part of a broader strategy to address what it perceives as an unfavorable trade balance with Colombia. The Ecuadorian government... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Apr 2026 01:32 LONDON
Two Sentenced to Over 46 Years for 2022 Drug-Related Murder in Miami
A Florida woman and California man have been sentenced to 230 months and 330 months in prison, respectively, for the 2022 killing of a man in relation to a drug trafficking conspiracy. Both defendants had pleaded guilty to using a firearm to cause death and conspiring to distribute at least 500 grams of methamphetamine. According to court documents, Tsvia Kol, 37, of Hallandale, Florida, and Jimmy Sanchez, 38, of Spring Valley, California, murdered a Miami man (the victim) in connection with a missing package containing about 11 pounds of methamphetamine, the street value of which totaled approximately $90,000. Kol and... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 10 Apr 2026 13:00 LONDON
Ecuador to raise tariffs on Colombian imports to 100 percent starting May 1 amid rising tensions over drug trafficking and border security
The government of Ecuador, led by President Daniel Noboa, has announced a significant increase in tariffs on imports from Colombia, raising them to 100 percent starting May 1. This decision represents a dramatic escalation in the ongoing tensions between the two neighboring countries, primarily revolving around issues of drug trafficking and border security. The move was officially confirmed in a statement issued by Ecuador’s Ministry of Production. In the statement, the ministry accused Colombia, under President Gustavo Petro, of not taking adequate measures to combat drug trafficking effectively. "After noting the lack of implementation of concrete and effective measures regarding... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Apr 2026 02:16 LONDON
US-Mexico relations strained amid Trump's accusations and threats regarding drug trafficking and border management
Recently, relations between the United States and Mexico have experienced significant strain, primarily driven by accusations from US President Donald Trump. He has publicly labeled Mexico a narco-state and has asserted that the country has failed to manage its border effectively. These claims come alongside a series of stark threats from Trump, including potential unilateral military action against Mexico, which he claims remains a significant threat due to ongoing drug trafficking and illegal immigration. Trump's rhetoric highlights the increasing tensions along the US-Mexico border and raises concerns about diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries. In a series of statements,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 06 Apr 2026 14:14 LONDON
WAR CRIMES OR HUMANITY ON LIFE SUPPORT?
The Thin, Bloody Line Between Justice and Jungle Rule IS KILLING WITHOUT MERCY NOW LEGAL? By Anthony Sterling In September 2025, the United States military launched what became known as Operation Southern Spear, a lethal campaign targeting suspected drug smuggling vessels in international waters. The stated objective was to combat narco trafficking networks operating beyond territorial jurisdiction. The ethical shock came on 2 September 2025, when a double strike in the Caribbean left survivors clinging to wreckage for nearly an hour. Drone footage reportedly showed two individuals waving from debris after the first impact. Instead of rescue, three additional munitions... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 23 Feb 2026 17:39 LONDON
