Over the last few decades, globalization has reshaped the landscape of organized crime, fostering collaboration between previously isolated mafia organizations. International alliances among crime groups have enabled them to extend their operations, exploit each other’s resources, and avoid local law enforcement efforts more effectively. This article delves into the reasons, methods, and impacts of these…
In recent years, the mafia has increasingly integrated technology into its operations, reflecting a shift in traditional organized crime. With the rise of digital communication, financial systems, and cybersecurity threats, mafia groups have moved beyond the physical realm, adapting to a global, interconnected landscape. This article examines how organized crime groups exploit technology for cybercrime,…
A mob-style murder at a petrol station in southern Athens has shone a light on the brutality of the Greek mafia. A manhunt is underway for the killers of crime boss Vangelis Zambounis, who was gunned down earlier this week. More than 90 rounds from a Kalashnikov rifle were fired at Zambounis, considered a powerful…
Een katholieke priester in Italië kreeg een vergiftigde kelk overhandigd, en vermeed deze ternauwernood te drinken, terwijl hij de mis opdroeg nadat hij zich had uitgesproken tegen de maffia in zijn kleine stadje. Eerwaarde Felice Palamara, die bekend staat om het moedig aan de kaak stellen van de georganiseerde misdaad, merkte de geur van bleekmiddel…