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'9 years, female, white, virgin': Why Harry Potter, Hello Kitty toys in Europe are being probed for child trafficking

French authorities have launched a preliminary investigation into claims that second-hand marketplace Vinted is being used to traffic children, after social media users flagged listings offering toys and low-value items for exorbitant prices with descriptions matching children's ages and sizes.

The Times of India

For sale on Facebook: monkeys, rhino horn and dead pangolins

The ghostly white creature curled up on a weighing scale is almost unrecognisable in the Facebook post offering it for sale. Some of the content is oblique -- vendors often post images of animals or parts for sale without any price or explanation.

The Economic Times

Bizarre Vinted Listings Describe Toys by Age and Weight, Leading French Police To Investigate Them for Child Trafficking

French police are investigating bizarre Vinted listings after viral screenshots prompted allegations that toys were being used as coded advertisements for children.

International Business Times UK

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Supergirl Is a Bafflingly Grim, Violent, and Depressing Take on the Superhero Movie

A drunk, depressed young woman fights personal demons and an interstellar sex trafficking gang. Isn’t this supposed to be fun?

Reason

A Moroccan court sentences 29 prominent people in major drug trafficking and corruption case

A Moroccan court has sentenced 29 people, including politicians and business figures, in a major drug trafficking and corruption case

The Independent UK

Vande Mataram not just song, but mantra for reconstruction of India: Union Home Minister Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared 'Vande Mataram' a 'mantra for India's reconstruction' while honoring Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. Speaking at an anti-narcotics strategy meeting, Shah highlighted the song's significance in awakening national pride and fueling the freedom struggle. The meeting, attended by various ministries and agencies, focused on combating synthetic…

The Economic Times

Myanmar torches $600 million in seized heroin, meth and other drugs

Myanmar authorities have burned more than $600 million worth of seized illegal drugs, including heroin, methamphetamine, ketamine, marijuana and opium, in nationwide events marking the U.N.’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

The Independent UK

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Police arrest two French Interpol targets in Asok

Immigration police on Tuesday arrested two French nationals wanted by authorities in France, with one of them reportedly listed on an international warrant for alleged involvement in organised crime, drug trafficking and money laundering.

Bangkok Post

One of the world’s most famous artists' painting just reappeared in a surprising police operation near Paris

Stolen Picasso painting discovered near Paris: A drug trafficking investigation outside Paris led to a surprising discovery: a stolen Picasso painting. French police found the artwork, believed to depict Marie-Thérèse Walter, along with cash and cannabis during a raid.

The Economic Times

France told to do more to protect children from human trafficking

France must step up efforts to prevent human trafficking and improve support for victims, particularly children and young people, the Council of Europe has said, warning that weaknesses in the country's child protection system continue to leave minors exposed to exploitation.

Radio France Internationale

Popular Ibiza DJ named as alleged 'mastermind' behind international drug trafficking operation

Euronews

Trump Says His Task Force Is Fighting a Foreign 'Invasion.' It's Busting Americans for Drugs Instead.

How Trump rebranded the war on drugs as a fight against illegal immigration

Reason

Parliamentary panel to examine cases of domestic violence and remedies

A parliamentary committee will delve into critical issues affecting women, including domestic violence, trafficking, and the welfare of female inmates and health workers. Discussions will also cover gender budgeting and the implementation of the workplace harassment act. Established in 1997, this 30-member panel aims to uplift women's status, working collaboratively…

The Economic Times

Father and Son Busted After Cops Seize More Than 70 Guns in Alleged Georgia-to-New York Trafficking Ring

A father and son have been charged after police allegedly uncovered a Georgia-to-New York gun trafficking operation involving more than 70 firearms, including modified weapons capable of increased rates of fire.

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Several Rescued Cats Pregnant: Vietnam Police Rescue Over 500 Cats from Major Cat Meat Ring, 80 Dead

Vietnamese police dismantled a major cat meat trafficking network, rescuing over 500 cats. The operation highlighted the ongoing issue of pet theft and illegal meat trade in Vietnam.

Euronews

Honduras to buy Ukrainian drones to fight drug trafficking

The discussions come as the Central American country continues to grapple with drug trafficking and some of the highest levels of violence in the region.

Reason

6th Circuit Backs Ban on Ohio Minors Using Social Media Without Parental Permission

The court said the law—which would require age verification for everyone—constitutes only a “marginal burden” and "does not raise meaningful concerns about muting valuable protected discourse."

The Times of India

Millions of fentanyl pills, no seizures? DEA faces scrutiny over New Mexico operations

US drug agents reportedly let thousands of fentanyl pills enter New Mexico communities while pursuing larger drug trafficking rings. Critics argue this tactic endangered lives in a state already battling a severe opioid crisis. The DEA defends its actions, stating investigations were court-authorized and aimed at dismantling major criminal organizations,…

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The Independent UK

Ghana conference urges slave-trade nations to issue apologies and reparations

African and Caribbean leaders in Ghana are urging former slave-trading nations to issue apologies and reparations for the trafficking of enslaved Africans

The Economic Times

How an alert citizen tipped off Delhi Police that led to arrest in the inter-state baby trafficking network

Delhi Police have busted an inter-state child trafficking network, rescuing five infants and arresting thirteen individuals, including a doctor. The operation, triggered by a citizen's tip, uncovered a syndicate allegedly selling infants for substantial profits. Investigations are ongoing to identify more victims and suspects across multiple states.

The Times of India

Fresh US strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat kills three - watch video

US military forces engaged a suspected drug trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific, leading to the death of three people. This action, which supports the anti-drug trafficking agenda of former President Trump, has sparked a debate about its legality and the overall effectiveness of such measures.

Latin Times

Indicted Sinaloa Ex-Governor Rubén Rocha Moya Reportedly Hiding on Remote Ranch After U.S. Cartel Charges

Rubén Rocha Moya reportedly relocated to a ranch north of Culiacán, Sinaloa, almost immediately after the United States unveiled the drug trafficking charges against him.

Latin Times

Spain Sex Trafficking: Inside the €9,000 Debt Trap Used on Vulnerable Venezuelan Women

Spain arrests 17 cartel-mimicking traffickers who used fake Tren de Aragua identities and €9,000 debts to sexually exploit Venezuelan women.

The Guardian - UK

South African men sentenced in ‘world’s largest’ rhino horn trafficking case

‘Mastermind’ Dawie Groenewald given fine of 2m rand or four-year jail term almost 16 years after arrest

The Economic Times

Baby trafficking gang arrested by Delhi Police, several newborns rescued including a five day old infant

Delhi Police have busted a major baby trafficking ring. Twelve individuals, including a woman posing as a doctor, were arrested. The network allegedly sold newborn babies for large sums after manipulating records. Five infants were rescued during the operation. Investigations suggest over 20 babies may have been trafficked. Separately, Uttar…

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