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.
Mexico's Struggle Against Drug Cartels Could Turn into a Particularly Deadly War
The decades-long battle in Mexico against drug cartels has led to varying outcomes, with the rise and fall of criminal organizations without significant improvements in the drug trade situation.
More than 40 detained, 29 weapons and 20 motorcycles seized during operation Apollo 8
The Apollo 8 operation in Ecuador resulted in over 40 arrests and the seizure of numerous weapons and vehicles, aimed at disrupting criminal organizations.
Chamber approves anti-faction project, increasing penalties for members of militias and criminal organizations
The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved an anti-faction project that escalates penalties for members of militias and criminal organizations, pending presidential sanction.
Sentences of up to 40 years, but no tax for bets; see how the Antifactio PL approved by the Chamber turned out
The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved an updated version of the Antifaction bill, which introduces new penalties for criminal organizations while excluding a proposed tax on betting houses intended to fund public security initiatives.
Chamber aims to vote on the Anti-Faction Bill, but there is still no consensus on the text; see what's under discussion
The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies is set to analyze the Anti-Faction Bill, which toughens laws against criminal organizations, amid a lack of consensus on the proposed changes.
The Swastika and Cocaine: The Pact with the Nazis That Originated the First Great Narco of History
The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, ignited violent reactions across Mexico, showcasing the cartel's influence as one of the world's most dangerous criminal organizations.
'A big blow': Ambassador Ron Johnson celebrates operation against 'El Mencho' and calls for continued firmness
U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ron Johnson praised the Mexican authorities' operation against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) that resulted in the death of its leader, 'El Mencho', and urged continued resolve against criminal organizations.
CONAGO recognizes the actions of the SEDENA and reaffirms national coordination for peace and security
The National Conference of Governors (CONAGO) acknowledged the actions of the National Defense Secretariat (SEDENA) aimed at disrupting criminal organizations in Mexico.
Estonian Authorities: Cooperation with Ukraine to Catch Phone Fraudsters is Ongoing
Estonian authorities are collaborating with Ukraine to apprehend criminal organizations involved in phone fraud despite challenges posed by the ongoing war in Ukraine.
What has happened in the 'Sala de Despecho' case? Key dates to understand the armed attack at the bar in Puebla | Timeline
The article discusses an armed attack outside the 'Sala de Despecho' bar in Puebla, Mexico, that resulted in three fatalities, with investigations confirming the involvement of the criminal group La Barredora.
Politicians as a Threat to Retirement Wealth
The Brazilian pension system is under threat from both criminal organizations and politicians seeking to exploit its wealth for personal gain.
“It is completely unacceptable for the state to allow sex offenders to be placed with children”
A report revealed that the Swedish Corrections Agency (Kriminalvården) had allowed convicted sex offenders to be placed in child and youth organizations, prompting a government debate on the issue.
President of the Organized Crime CPI wants to break the secrecy of manager linked to Master
Senator Fabiano Contarato has proposed various measures to investigate investment manager Reag, associated with Banco Master, for suspected money laundering and connections to criminal organizations.
Wife of a faction leader in MT serves house arrest and can only leave to take daughters to the doctor and attend hearings
Ingride Fontinelles Morais, accused of ties to organized crime, is under house arrest with limited mobility for her children's needs.
It is easy to run a criminal ring from another country
Criminal organizations are often directed from abroad, as highlighted by recent drug trafficking arrests in Iceland.
Recruitment through networks and payments of up to 14,000 dollars: a network traffics weapons from Arizona to Mexico
An investigation reveals how a network traffics high-caliber weapons from Arizona to Mexico, raising concerns over the lack of controls on arms sales in the U.S.
Twenty-six people are arrested in operation against drug trafficking in the interior of SP; police investigates criminal gang
In the 'Blood Money' operation, the police arrested 18 individuals linked to drug trafficking and organized crime in Assis, Brazil.
Value of goods seized by the Federal Revenue reaches R$ 82 million in the region of Presidente Prudente
The Federal Revenue in Presidente Prudente has reported a significant rise in the value of seized goods as criminal organizations shift focus to smaller but more valuable loads.
DF Police Targets São Paulo Gangs Suspected of Impersonating Lawyers
The Civil Police of the Federal District launched an operation investigating two criminal organizations from São Paulo involved in a fraudulent lawyer scheme, resulting in two victims and a loss of at least R$ 80,000.
Judge Piña rejects the complaint from HazteOir against Zapatero after consulting the Prosecutor's Office
Judge Antonio Piña has dismissed the complaint filed by the ultra organization HazteOir against former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero over alleged money laundering, drug trafficking, and links to criminal organizations.
Iceland is not a promising destination for crime groups
The article discusses how Iceland is viewed as an unsuitable location for criminal organizations.
30-year-old shot dead after leaving prayer in a mosque in Zalfa in the North
A 30-year-old man named Khaled Mahmoud was shot dead in Zalfa village, Northern Israel, shortly after leaving a mosque, with local authorities stating he had no ties to criminal organizations.
War weapons for assaulting ships at sea: a network that introduced 2,500 kilos of cocaine in Cádiz from Colombia has been dismantled
A joint operation by customs officials, Guardia Civil, and National Police led to the arrest of 30 individuals and the dismantling of three criminal organizations linked to the 'Balkan Cartel' in Spain.
"Donnie Brasco" in Greek: What the manual for creating and disappearing agents for infiltrating criminal organizations predicts
The Greek government is implementing a protocol for constructing 'phantom' identities, allowing special agents and private collaborators to lead double lives under instructions.
Human smuggling is increasingly taking place in the digital world
Criminals, including human traffickers, are quickly adapting to new technologies, expanding the human smuggling market into the digital realm through social media.
The arrest of Maduro: a business opportunity for Spanish drug traffickers
Criminal organizations are exploiting international uncertainty to expand their operations in Spain as a logistical hub.
From Mexico to Canada: here is the new fentanyl "pipeline" that scares the USA
Authorities have identified Vancouver as a key hub in the international fentanyl trafficking network involving Mexican cartels and Chinese criminal organizations.
The US withdraws from many international organizations: Among them, the successor to the Hague Tribunal
The White House announced the US withdrawal from several international organizations, including the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals, the Venice Commission, and various UN agencies, totaling 66 organizations.
The drug traffickers are already attacking Doñana: 2,000 gas tanks a year on the coasts
Criminal organizations are depleting one of Spain's most important natural reserves, Doñana National Park, by discarding thousands of gas tanks used for drug trafficking operations.
At least three miners dead and seven missing in Peru following an attack
At least three miners have died and seven are missing in Peru after a violent attack, with prior incidents involving criminal organizations targeting the mining sector.
‘All brakes are off’: Russia’s attempt to rein in illicit market for leaked data backfires
Russia's efforts to control the illegal market for leaked personal data are proving ineffective, highlighting a long-established ecosystem that facilitates access to sensitive information for various actors including journalists and criminal organizations.