Tag #Hawala

How did the gang's use of the Hawala method and encrypted communication facilitate their operations, and what vulnerabilities were exploited?

This criminal enterprise laundered an estimated €1 trillion (£828 billion) using the Hawala method, enabling untraceable money transfers across borders. The gang charged a 2-3% commission, demonstrating a sophisticated and profitable operation. The investigation, launched in 2023, highlights the growing sophistication of transnational organized crime.