Estonia Won the War on Fentanyl. What Came Next Was Even Worse.
NYT > World News·July 7, 2026

Estonia had successfully reduced fentanyl overdoses by 2018, achieving a significant decline in related deaths. However, the country now faces a new challenge with the emergence of powerful and highly addictive new drugs. Authorities are struggling to keep pace with the rapid appearance of these substances, posing a significant threat to public health. Estonia's efforts to combat the opioid crisis have been complicated by the evolving nature of the drug market.
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