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U.S. Forces Said They Helped Ecuador Target a Terrorist Organization, But a New Investigation Shows It Was a Dairy Farm

U.S. forces claimed earlier this month that they helped Ecuadorean forces target a camp used by a drug-trafficking organization to conduct its criminal enterprise, but a new investigation shows that the location was actually a dairy farm.

Latin Times

Group's report highlights how guns in the US get from legitimate stores to crime scenes

The group Everytown for Gun Safety used court records to trace more than 250 guns bought at nearly two dozen Academy Sports + Outdoors chain stores that had been trafficked over three years in a handful of federal straw purchasing prosecutions

The Independent UK

Indian-origin liquor store owner Kulvir Brar faces 39 charges in US; offered underage girls drugs for sex

An India-origin man in the US is facing 39 charges related to sex abuse, trafficking, molestation as more victims of the liquor store owner came forward during the ongoing investigation against 32-year-old Kulvir S Brar. Brar was arrested in March 13 after police said he was using Snapchat to solicit…

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Colombian President Petro Rejects U.S. Investigation Over Potential Drug Trafficking Ties: 'Never In My Life'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro rejected the U.S. investigations against him over potential ties with drug traffickers, saying he has never spoken to anyone involved in such activities in his life.

Latin Times

Mexican Authorities Detain Daughter of Sinaloa Cartel Co-Founder Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada in Sinaloa; Release Her Later

Despite the Mexican government clearing Mónica Zambada of any criminal involvement, a document from the U.S. Treasury Department places her as part of a network allegedly used by her father to launder money from drug trafficking.

Latin Times

U.S. Prosecutors Reportedly Investigating Colombian President Petro Over Potential Ties With Cartels

U.S. prosecutors are investigating Colombian President Gustavo Petro over potential ties with drug-trafficking organizations, according to a new report.

Latin Times

French hotel group Accor launches probe into allegations of child trafficking in Ukraine

In a report by the American hedge fund Grizzly Research, establishments belonging to Accor are accused of harbouring Ukrainian children for adoption in Russia.

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Attorney General Pam Bondi subpoenaed to answer questions from Congress about the Epstein files

Attorney General Pam Bondi has been subpoenaed to answer questions from Congress about the Justice Department’s sex trafficking investigation of Jeffrey Epstein and the agency’s handling of millions of files related to the disgraced financier

The Independent UK

The shocking lengths A-list publicist Peggy Siegal went to restore Jeffrey Epstein’s elite social standing

New revelations have emerged detailing the lengths A-list publicist Peggy Siegal went to restore Jeffrey Epstein’s elite social standing. Siegal’s career completely unraveled after her deep ties to Epstein came under intense scrutiny following his 2019 arrest on sex trafficking charges. The Department of Justice released roughly 5,000 emails between…

The Mary Sue

What you need to know about Mexico’s drug cartels amid escalating violence

The recent killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) who was commonly referred to by his alias “El Mencho”, has once again brought global attention to drug-related violence in Mexico. His death at the hands of the Mexican security forces triggered a…

The Conversation

2 men found with hundreds of ants are charged with illegally dealing in wildlife in Kenya

A Chinese national and a local man were criminally charged over possession of live ants in the case that could further shine a spotlight on the trade in rare wildlife

The Independent UK

“Erika was involved in s** trafficking”: Social media erupts as Candace Owens mocks Erika Kirk in controversial exchange

Candace Owens sparked online controversy after comments about Erika Kirk circulated widely on social media. A viral post accused Owens of mocking Kirk, calling her a fraud, and implying she was linked to serious scandals involving youth activism spaces. The claims triggered heated debate online, with critics warning about reputational…

The Times of India

Human traffickers are using football dreams to lure young Ghanaian men to Nigeria – how to stop it

For a young man growing up in Ghana or Nigeria, few dreams burn brighter than becoming a professional footballer. Icons like Michael Essien (Ghana), Jay-Jay Okocha (Nigeria) and Nwankwo Kanu (Nigeria) didn’t just win trophies. They escaped poverty, provided for their families, and earned the respect of entire communities.

The Conversation

Rising drug crime reshapes politics in France’s port city of Brest

Brest, the once sleepy port city at the far western tip of France, is facing a rise in drug trafficking – and as a result, shootings, stray bullets and open street dealing have become a part of life in the city of 140,000 people, and are reshaping the political debate…

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‘2,000 queen ants in a suitcase’: Chinese man arrested for smuggling live ants in test tubes at Nairobi airport

Kenyan authorities apprehended a Chinese national at Nairobi's international airport. He was found with over 2,000 live queen ants hidden in his luggage. The insects were carefully packed to survive the journey. This discovery highlights a growing trade in rare insects. Officials are investigating potential links to a larger trafficking…

The Guardian - UK

Judge halts removal of Eritrean asylum seeker from UK to France under ‘one in, one out’

Court makes finding pending final hearing that trafficking victim ‘likely to suffer harm to his mental health’ if returned

International Business Times

Dozens of Missing Children Rescued as 7 Individuals Arrested in Southern California Trafficking Operation

Authorities rescued 37 missing children and arrested seven suspects in a multi-agency Southern California human trafficking operation targeting exploited and critically missing teens.

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He Was Arrested Over Bogus Drug Tests. Now He's Suing.

Bryan Getchius was arrested, jailed, and spent seven months on house arrest before eventually being cleared by official lab results.

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Cocaine flowing through West Africa 'fuelling corruption and crack use'

An increase in cocaine trafficking through West Africa is fuelling corruption in some countries, reaching the highest levels of government, a report published this week warns. At least 30 percent of cocaine bound for Europe now passes through the region, while growing volumes of the drug are also being consumed…

International Business Times UK

Firefighters Assist in Search for Evidence at Jeffrey Epstein's Former Ranch Amid Intensified Investigation

Explore the intensified investigation at Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch in New Mexico, where firefighters and investigators are searching for evidence of alleged sexual abuse and trafficking. Discover the renewed efforts to uncover the truth behind the sprawling estate's dark history.

Latin Times

Claudia Sheinbaum Responds to Trump's Remarks on Cartels, Urges U.S. to Stop Illegal Arms Flow and Fight Drug Addiction

Claudia Sheinbaum suggested the United States should focus on other steps to fight drug trafficking and cartels, such as addressing Americans' addiction to drugs and stopping the flow of illegal weapons south of the border.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Niv Alexander? The Only Alexander Brother Not Charged in a Shocking Sex Trafficking Case

Who is Niv Alexander? Here's what to know about the only Alexander brother not charged in the sex trafficking case and his connection to the investigation.

International Business Times UK

'It's Not Rape If She's Sleeping': Jury Shown Disturbing Blog Linked to Alexander Brothers' Sex Trafficking Trial

Explore the Alexander brothers' sex trafficking trial, where a controversial blog on consent was presented, highlighting cultural attitudes and legal definitions of sexual assault.

International Business Times UK

Lawyers Defend Alexander Brothers Amid Trafficking Case: 'They Were Womanisers, Not Rapists'

Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander were convicted in a high-profile sex trafficking case after weeks of testimony from multiple accusers. Their attorneys say the fight to clear their names is not over.

International Business Times UK

Who Are the Alexander Brothers? Three Sentenced to Jail for Sex Trafficking While Fourth Brother Faces No Charges

Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander were convicted in a high-profile sex trafficking case in Manhattan, marking the dramatic downfall of the once-celebrated luxury brokers.

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