Bangladesh, Aug. 17 -- An internationally active Albanian organized crime network has been dealt a major blow following a coordinated law enforcement crackdown that resulted in 10 arrests in early August 2025. The large-scale operation, executed between 7 and 8 August in Albania, marks another significant victory stemming from Europols continued exploitation of Sky ECC encrypted communication data.

The dismantled network was heavily engaged in multi-tone cocaine trafficking and sophisticated money laundering operations. Its reach extended far beyond Albania, establishing close ties with other high-risk, poly-criminal organizations across Europe and Latin America. The takedown highlights the increasingly global nature of organized crime a...