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Romanian Verdict Acquitting Alleged Roma Child Traffickers Condemned

Rights groups in Romania savaged a court verdict on Monday, acquitting 25 men of charges of trafficking scores of Roma children. The ruling, which is final and cannot be appealed, has reignited controversy about the decade-long case, which was widely seen as a test of Romania's commitment to fighting trafficking and modern slavery.

Commission ready to help Greece with migrant arrival spike, if requested

The European Commission stands ready to support Greece operationally through its agencies, such as the European Asylum Office (EASO), Europol and the European border and coast guard, if the country submits a relevant request, EU Commission spokesperson Natasha Bertaud said on Monday.

Billion Dollar Business: Illegal Puppies Trade from Eastern Europe

In our minds, smuggling is mainly related to the illicit transfer of drugs or alcohol. In recent years, however, there has been a boom in another business - the illegal puppies trade.

The illegal puppies trade brings huge profits. In Europe, dogs can only be exported after they are 15 weeks old and have all the required vaccinations. However, this does not stop greedy breeders.

Bulgarian Police: The Bomb Threat Emails were Sent from Switzerland and Seychelles

The bomb threat emails to airports and media in Bulgaria were sent by providers from Switzerland and Seychelles, the Chief Directorate for Combatting Organised Crime (CDCOC) said on August 22. A day earlier, such emails were sent to institutions in several other European countries and in Vancouver, Canada, reports BNT. 

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