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€26 Million in Smuggled Antiques Seized in Istanbul

8/28/2025

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Turkish police confiscated €26 million in jewels and antiques during a diamond smuggling investigation at Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.
The operation led to the detention of 10 suspects and raids on 23 businesses, resulting in 40 arrests.
Authorities seized 135 jewelry pieces, 1,132 ingots, and 267 historical artifacts.
The investigation focuses on organized crime and anti-smuggling violations.

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Story summary

Turkish police confiscated €26 million in jewels and antiques during a diamond smuggling investigation at Istanbul's Grand Bazaar.
The operation led to the detention of 10 suspects and raids on 23 businesses, resulting in 40 arrests.
Authorities seized 135 jewelry pieces, 1,132 ingots, and 267 historical artifacts.
The investigation focuses on organized crime and anti-smuggling violations.