Police Operation
Right-wing governors create peace consortium after lethal rio operation
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Right-wing governors met in Rio de Janeiro on October 30, 2025, to support the police operation against Comando Vermelho that left 121 dead in the Alemão and Penha complexes. They announced the creation of the 'Peace Consortium' to integrate public security actions and criticized the federal government. São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas joined remotely and advocated classifying factions as terrorists.
Spanish police seize 6.5 tons of cocaine at sea
Agents from the GEO unit of Spain's National Police intercepted a merchant vessel in the Atlantic carrying 6,500 kilos of hidden cocaine, 600 miles from the Canary Islands. The operation, tipped off by the US DEA, led to the arrest of nine crew members. The Tanzanian-flagged ship was heading to the port of Vigo.
Police operation in Rio leaves over 120 dead in clash with faction
A massive police operation against the Comando Vermelho in Rio de Janeiro's Alemão and Penha complexes resulted in at least 121 deaths on Tuesday (28), making it the deadliest in state history. Governor Cláudio Castro defended the action as a success despite the loss of four police officers, while President Lula called for coordinated efforts against organized crime. Federal and state authorities announced the creation of an emergency office to combat factions.
Police seize illegal cell phones worth over R17 million in Fordsburg
South African police have confiscated illegally imported cell phones and accessories valued at more than R17 million during a takedown operation in Fordsburg, south of Johannesburg. The raid targeted a mall storing and selling non-type approved devices, contravening national laws. A multidisciplinary team acted on intelligence to execute the operation this week.