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This operation resulted in 84 arrests and the seizure of over $25 million in cash and digital currency, marking one of the most consequential anti-money laundering efforts in recent years. The investigation revealed complex layering techniques—including covert cash handovers across multiple locations in the UK and beyond—that enabled organized crime groups to circumvent regulations and evade sanctions.
The NCA’s Director General emphasized the importance of the breakthrough, noting that it helped establish links between cybercriminals, drug traffickers, and Russian elites, shedding light on a web of corruption affecting global security and stability. Nonetheless, authorities acknowledge that the criminal networks are adaptable, and ongoing efforts are necessary to prevent their resurgence.