Albanian crime laid bare: The development of Albanian organized crime groups in the Balkans
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The past and present activities of Albanian organized crime groups in the Balkans, which started with first exploiting smuggling opportunities, then moved on into people and drug trafficking, are examined. The organized crime perpetuated by the infiltration of the Albanian crime groups into the political systems of some western Balkan countries has led to a breakdown in values, where it has apparently become acceptable and even expected for business and political leaders to engage in illegal activities.
Publication Name: Jane's Intelligence Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0955-1247
Year: 2007
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Madrid attacks point to sustained Al-Qaeda direction
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The bomb attack on commuter trains in Madrid by the Morocain Islamic Combat Group and Al-Qaeda has suggested that the groups have retained a significant level of organizational capability in Europe, and is able to direct attack. Spanish Interior Minister, Angel Acebes indicated that drug dealers and 'habitual' criminals played a key role in the operation of the cell conducting the Madrid bombings.
Publication Name: Jane's Intelligence Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0955-1247
Year: 2004
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Transnational criminal threats encroach on Mongolia
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Mongolia is increasingly involved in illegal drug, human and wildlife trafficking due to its strategic position between Russia and China, although transnational organized crime is low. But improving transport infrastructure projects undertaken in Mongolia are making it attractive to organized crime groups in the regions.
Publication Name: Jane's Intelligence Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0955-1247
Year: 2006
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