Esmeraldas, Carchi, and Putumayo among the routes used by criminal organizations for drug trafficking
Criminal organizations are exploiting four key routes for drug trafficking between Colombia and Ecuador, raising significant security concerns in the border regions.
Collaboration agreements need to follow several steps; understand
The article explains the stages and requirements involved in plea deals under Brazil's Criminal Organizations Act, highlighting the case of banker Daniel Vorcaro.
Ministry of Interior intervenes facilities of the Transit and Surveillance Authority of Samborondón
The Ministry of Interior intervened the facilities of the Transit and Surveillance Authority in Samborondón to combat criminal organizations exploiting local routes.
The US federal prosecutor investigates possible links between Gustavo Petro and drug traffickers
The US federal prosecutors are investigating Colombian President Gustavo Petro for alleged links to criminal organizations during his presidential campaign.
"The Thicker, the Better Secret Agent" - How His Weight Protected Him During Dangerous Missions
Joaquin Garcia, a former FBI agent, shares how his weight helped him successfully infiltrate various criminal organizations over his 24-year career.
Brazilian law prevents classifying PCC and CV as terrorists, says chancellor
Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira stated that the country cannot accept the U.S. classification of local criminal factions PCC and CV as terrorist organizations due to existing domestic laws.
Trump and the Manipulation of Terror
The article discusses Trump's strategy of potentially classifying Brazil's largest criminal organizations as terrorist groups to facilitate U.S. intervention in the country.
The Way to Combat Crime is Cooperation and Not Labeling it as Terrorism, Says National Secretary of Security
Brazil's government emphasizes cooperation over labeling criminal organizations as terrorist groups in its fight against organized crime.
Bolivian President says criminal factions like PCC and CV generate terrorism
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz claims that criminal organizations contribute to a sense of terrorism in the country.
Police reinforce security in Vargem Grande after a violent weekend with clashes between factions
The Civil Police of Maranhão is investigating gun attacks related to criminal organizations in Vargem Grande following a violent weekend that left one man injured.
This is how the tests of the anti-drone shield against attacks by illegal armed groups in Colombia will work
Colombian authorities will begin testing the National Anti-Drone Shield to enhance the military's defensive capabilities against drone attacks by criminal organizations.
"The time for the mafias is over," say the Ministers of the Interior and Defense as a curfew begins
Ecuador's Ministers of Interior and Defense announced the start of a curfew in provinces affected by crime, aiming to combat organized crime through coordinated military and police operations.
“We are going to regain control of the spaces where the mafias have tried to impose themselves,” says Defense Minister before curfew
Ecuador's Defense Minister Gian Carlo Loffredo announced a military and police operation to regain control from criminal organizations amid a curfew in multiple provinces.
Understand what is at stake in the negotiations between Brazil and the USA regarding criminal factions
The potential designation of Brazilian criminal factions PCC and CV as terrorist organizations by the US government could lead to significant economic repercussions and military exposure for Brazil.
Penalty for anti-faction is greater than for terrorism, says Gakiya about classifying criminal factions as terrorists
Brazilian authorities push back against U.S. efforts to designate local criminal factions as terrorist organizations, arguing the classification could have detrimental effects.
Government is expected to reject Trump's proposal for Brazil to receive foreigners captured in the USA
The Brazilian government is poised to reject a proposal from the Trump administration to house foreign nationals captured in the United States within Brazilian prisons due to concerns over the characterization of Brazilian criminal organizations.
Flexibilizing the Federal Penitentiary System creates a risk of weakening the fight against criminal organizations
Brazil's Federal Penitentiary System, designed to isolate high-risk criminals, faces challenges as proposals to relax its strict regulations threaten its efficacy in combating organized crime.
Operation Bremen leaves 26 arrested and impacts drug trafficking with a $68 million effect
Operation Bremen resulted in the arrest of 26 individuals linked to drug trafficking and a significant financial impact on criminal organizations in Ecuador.
Videos from G1 Bahia and TV Bahia – Thursday, March 12, 2026
The article discusses various news highlights, including a Supreme Court justice's recusal regarding a prison decision, U.S. interests in classifying Brazilian gangs as terrorist groups, and the impact of the Iraq war on diesel prices in Brazil.
Criminal factions and terrorism: what do the United States want in Brazil - The Topic #1678
The U.S. is discussing classifying Brazilian criminal factions as terrorist organizations, prompting concerns from Brazil's diplomatic circles about the implications for national sovereignty and economy.
Are Comando Vermelho and PCC terrorists?
The potential designation of the criminal factions PCC and Comando Vermelho as foreign terrorist organizations by the Trump administration raises complex legal and diplomatic implications for Brazil.
Black market for arms: shiny pistols in the hands of a member of the Morocho Mansilla gang
A National Gendarmerie operation in Puerto Gaboto led to the arrest of a man with 18 new pistols, believed to be intended for sale to criminal organizations.
VIDEOS: JL2 from Wednesday, March 11, 2026
This article covers various news updates, including financial developments, political standings in Brazil, and international relations involving the U.S.
Ecuador prepares an operation to attack criminal groups with the support of the US
Ecuador is launching a significant offensive against criminal organizations with logistical support from the United States, as announced by Interior Minister John Reimberg.
SVT: Sweden suspects criminal organization ordering assassinations of critics of the Iranian government
Swedish authorities suspect that the Foxtrot criminal network is commissioning assassinations of critics of the Iranian government, including threats to Israel and the United States.
Worried about the debate in the US regarding PCC and CV as terrorism, Lula calls the presidents of Colombia and Mexico
Brazilian President Lula da Silva discussed organized crime in Latin America with Colombian President Gustavo Petro amid concerns over US classifications of Brazilian criminal groups as terrorist organizations.
Why Brazil's Anti-Terrorism Law Does Not Classify Factions Like CV and PCC? And How This Debate Could Impact the Elections?
Brazil's anti-terrorism law does not classify criminal factions like the First Capital Command (PCC) and the Red Command (CV) as terrorist organizations, which reflects the country's legal stance amidst ongoing discussions with the United States.
Classifying PCC and CV as Terrorists Could Facilitate Asset Freezes and Deportation of Traffickers
The proposed classification of Brazilian criminal factions PCC and CV as terrorist organizations by the U.S. could lead to asset freezes and deportations, raising concerns within Brazil regarding electoral impacts and financial competitiveness.
Man is shot dead after criminals mistake him for his son in Imperatriz, police say
A 40-year-old man in Imperatriz, Brazil, was fatally shot after being mistaken for his son, who was the intended target due to alleged connections to criminal organizations.
Government tries to postpone debate on classifying factions as terrorists until meeting between Lula and Trump
The Brazilian government is attempting to delay discussions in the United States about classifying local criminal factions as terrorist organizations until a scheduled meeting between President Lula and Donald Trump.
Operation Imperium executes warrants against drug trafficking suspects and members of criminal factions
The Civil Police of Santarém, Brazil, launched Operation Imperium targeting drug trafficking suspects and members of criminal organizations.
PF launches new phase of Operation Anomaly
The Federal Police of Brazil has initiated the second phase of Operation Anomaly, targeting connections between criminal organizations and public agents in Rio de Janeiro.
What are the criteria for the U.S. to classify foreign terrorist organizations? Lula's government wants to block the designation of Brazilian factions
Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira is negotiating with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to prevent the classification of Brazilian criminal factions as foreign terrorist organizations.
What do you think of the military cooperation between the United States and Ecuador to attack criminal groups?
The article invites reader opinions on the military cooperation between the United States and Ecuador aimed at combating criminal organizations.
Vieira talks with Rubio about Lula's trip to Washington; government wants to prevent classification of factions as terrorists
Brazil's Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira discussed President Lula's upcoming visit to Washington with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on diplomatic relations and an effort to prevent the designation of Brazilian criminal factions as terrorist organizations.
China extols Myanmar gang executions, pledging to protect citizens abroad
China has pledged to enforce strict legal measures against criminal organizations targeting its citizens abroad, highlighting the recent execution of gang leaders in Myanmar.
The mayor of Arraba in the Lower Galilee was shot, his condition is moderate
The mayor of Arraba, Ahmad Nassar, was shot and moderately injured, reportedly due to pressure from criminal organizations regarding city contracts.
Convicted for the murder of a lawyer face charges for executions linked to militias, illegal gambling, and cigarette mafia in RJ
Three men convicted for the murder of lawyer Rodrigo Marinho Crespo in February 2024 are also being investigated for participating in other executions tied to criminal organizations in Brazil.
A new criminal map for Mexico
The death of cartel leader El Mencho marks a significant acceleration of Mexican operations against crime under U.S. oversight, creating a power vacuum among criminal organizations.
A 'narcohole' with a ton of cocaine and 19 war weapons: the new face of the narco in the Costa del Sol
Spanish authorities have discovered a sophisticated drug hideout in Marbella containing a ton of cocaine and a substantial arsenal of weapons, highlighting the increasing sophistication and firepower of criminal organizations in the region.
"DZ New Generation", "Jalisco": in Marseille, drug traffickers recruit by imitating Mexican cartels
In Marseille, drug traffickers are adopting the aesthetic and recruitment strategies of Mexican cartels, particularly the 'Jalisco' cartel, as they seek to strengthen their criminal operations.
222 Sports Coaches with Criminal Records of Violence and Sexual Assault Continue to Work in Schools Despite Certification Cancellation
A recent audit revealed that 222 sports coaches in South Korea, whose certifications were revoked due to violence and sexual assault, are still active in schools and sports organizations.
How did we get here?
The article discusses the escalating violence in Mexico and the significant penetration of criminal organizations into state institutions, highlighting a recent surge in violence across multiple locations.
In case of 'flights': Army will protect World Cup 2026 venues in Mexico with anti-drone systems
The Mexican Army is set to deploy anti-drone systems to ensure the security of the 2026 World Cup venues in light of potential drone attack threats from criminal organizations.
Police links the attacks in Machala to disputes between Los Lobos and SaoBox
Explosive attacks in Machala are suspected to be linked to a conflict between the criminal organizations Los Lobos and SaoBox.
Taliban Legalizes Slavery and Domestic Violence
The Taliban's new criminal code, signed by leader Haibatullah Akhundzada, has raised alarms among human rights organizations for legalizing slavery and domestic violence while categorizing citizens into hierarchical classes that affect legal consequences.
After 'Mencho': New Strategy?
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum faces criticism for her security strategy amid rising violence attributed to criminal organizations.
A World Cup Among the Criminals
The article discusses the intersection of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada, and the pressing security concerns posed by criminal organizations in the region.
Increasing Car Theft: The Dismantling Locations are 'Yards', Some Areas Have Local Ordinances Without Legal Regulations
Car theft incidents in Japan have been steadily increasing, with many vehicles being dismantled and illegally exported overseas, often involving criminal organizations.
The Senate is ready to approve the labor reform and lower the age of criminal responsibility to 14 years this Friday
The Argentine Senate is set to approve labor reform and a new juvenile criminal regime that lowers the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14, amidst potential legal challenges from labor organizations.