Ukraine’s war fuels shift in organized crime, worsening social and economic harm
The war in Ukraine, now in its fourth year, has triggered a significant transformation in the nation’s organized crime networks. According to a new UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) report, criminal groups have adapted their operations to exploit war-driven displacement and vulnerabilities, especially through drug trafficking and production, notably synthetic drugs like methadone. This shift is amplifying social problems and economic disruptions across the country. The escalating trafficking risks affect displaced populations and communities, worsening the humanitarian toll and complicating governance. Criminal enterprises are expanding to fill security vacuums, undermining state authority and the prospects for stable recovery.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 Apr 2026 13:36
