In 2023, cocaine surpassed cannabis as France's most lucrative illicit drug, generating €3.1 billion in sales. The overall illicit drug market in France reached €6.8 billion, with cocaine sales increasing despite lower consumption volumes. The study highlights a shift in cocaine user demographics and a significant rise in ecstasy and MDMA use. The increase in cocaine availability is attributed to lower prices and enhanced production in South America. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)