The European Union Drugs Agency reports that Europe's drug problems are worsening, with rising cocaine use, counterfeit opioids, and complex trafficking networks. In 2023, overdose deaths increased to 7,500, primarily due to opioids and synthetic drugs. Authorities are urging proactive measures to combat addiction and dismantle drug trafficking networks. The opioid market is shifting, with heroin becoming scarcer and synthetic opioids like nitazenes causing new health crises. Cocaine use is also rising, with record seizures reported. Cannabis remains the most commonly used illegal drug, with emerging concerns over synthetic cannabinoids. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)