Almost 50 arrested as police target Western Balkan network linked to killings

The timing of these capabilities remains uncertain. However, this should not be the main concern. Adapting systems and coordinating security upgrades will take time. Therefore, regardless of the nature of the threats that may emerge, crypto-agility should be pursued proactively to ensure that systems can withstand and overcome future threats while remaining secure.

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European and Ecuadorian cooperation leads to 20 arrests in major hit against drug trafficking

The operation, codenamed Operation CANTABRIA, underscores the success of strong cooperation between European and Ecuadorian law enforcement agencies, proving that joint efforts are key to tackling transnational criminal networks.Magnus BrunnerEU Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration“International cooperation is our greatest strength against drug trafficking. Criminal networks know no borders, and neither can our response.

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Europol urges early action to protect cryptocurrencies and sensitive data from quantum threats

The Convention was opened by Jürgen Ebner, Europol’s Acting Executive Director, and Justin Kelly, Commissioner of the Irish An Garda Síochána.Jürgen EbnerEuropol Acting Executive DirectorOrganised crime itself has become digital by default. Technology is not just an enabler of criminal activity - it is increasingly driving it. We need strong national capabilities reinforced by shared European capabilities.

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Keeping pace with e-evidence: New report examines Europe’s digital forensic capabilities

Coordinated by the European Commission in cooperation with Europol, the analysis draws on stakeholder consultations, dedicated meetings, surveys and contributions from experts at Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre.

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Ordering violence from abroad: five suspects arrested in Spain, Morocco, and France

The coordinated action conducted on 18 September 2026 led to two arrests. Allegedly, the traffickers forced their victims to work up to 16 hours per day, underpaid them and impeded them from leaving the country. It is estimated that the criminal network generated at least EUR 4 million in illicit profits by underpaying and exploiting the workers.

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Cannabis smuggling from North America and Thailand into Europe: Europol highlights growing threat

The Victim Identification Task Force brings together experts from across the globe to combat child sexual exploitation. During the VIDTF, specialists analyse data, images, videos, and intelligence to identify clues that may help identify victims and offenders, or at least help determine the country where the material likely originated.Europol has been hosting VIDTFs since 2014.

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Teenager suspected of leading KillSec ransomware group as law enforcement seizes servers and leak site

The coordinated action conducted on 18 September 2026 led to two arrests. Allegedly, the traffickers forced their victims to work up to 16 hours per day, underpaid them and impeded them from leaving the country. It is estimated that the criminal network generated at least EUR 4 million in illicit profits by underpaying and exploiting the workers.

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EU law enforcement chiefs gather to discuss new challenges in EU security

The Victim Identification Task Force brings together experts from across the globe to combat child sexual exploitation. During the VIDTF, specialists analyse data, images, videos, and intelligence to identify clues that may help identify victims and offenders, or at least help determine the country where the material likely originated.Europol has been hosting VIDTFs since 2014.

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Protecting citizens, preserving rights

The Victim Identification Task Force brings together experts from across the globe to combat child sexual exploitation. During the VIDTF, specialists analyse data, images, videos, and intelligence to identify clues that may help identify victims and offenders, or at least help determine the country where the material likely originated.Europol has been hosting VIDTFs since 2014.

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Six arrests for smuggling migrants via Schengen airports

Through this connection, the Andorran Police will be able to securely share law enforcement information with Europol and a wide network of European and international partners.This Memorandum of Understanding builds upon a Working Arrangement signed between Andorra and Europol in 2021.

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Spain, Denmark and the Netherlands win Europol 2026 Excellence Awards in Innovation

The coordinated action conducted on 18 September 2026 led to two arrests. Allegedly, the traffickers forced their victims to work up to 16 hours per day, underpaid them and impeded them from leaving the country. It is estimated that the criminal network generated at least EUR 4 million in illicit profits by underpaying and exploiting the workers.

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International investigation identifies over 70 potential victims exploited in Indian restaurants

Through this connection, the Andorran Police will be able to securely share law enforcement information with Europol and a wide network of European and international partners.This Memorandum of Understanding builds upon a Working Arrangement signed between Andorra and Europol in 2021.

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