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234 Arrested in Global Crime Crackdown Operation

4/15/2025

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In a groundbreaking operation dubbed "Orkinos-Bulut," Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya revealed the arrest of 234 top figures from international crime syndicates. This extensive crackdown, spanning Türkiye and eight other nations, dismantled drug trafficking and money laundering rings, resulting in the seizure of 21.2 tons of drugs and assets valued at around $400 million, showcasing the power of global collaboration.

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In a groundbreaking operation dubbed "Orkinos-Bulut," Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya revealed the arrest of 234 top figures from international crime syndicates. This extensive crackdown, spanning Türkiye and eight other nations, dismantled drug trafficking and money laundering rings, resulting in the seizure of 21.2 tons of drugs and assets valued at around $400 million, showcasing the power of global collaboration.