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Europol announces results of Operation Custos Viridis, a global crackdown on illegal waste trafficking co-led by Spain’s Guardia Civil. Authorities across 70+ countries arrest 337 suspects and seize over 127,000 tonnes of waste, including electronics, vehicles, and toxic chemicals. With support from INTERPOL and United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the operation targets networks exporting hazardous waste from Europe to Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Wednesday, 11 March, 2026