Operation Thunder 2024 resulted in the seizure of nearly 20,000 endangered or protected animals and the arrest of 365 suspects across 138 countries. The operation, coordinated by Interpol and the WCO, targeted wildlife trafficking networks, revealing significant illegal trade activities, particularly in Europe and online. Key seizures included thousands of birds, turtles, and other species, highlighting the ongoing threat of organized crime to biodiversity and ecosystems. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)