International police operation leads to six arrests in Algeria

Interpol has reported the outcome of operation "Communis Maris," an international crackdown on migrant smuggling networks operating between Africa and Europe. During the operation, which took place from October 5 to 8, 2026, six individuals were arrested in Algeria on charges of migrant trafficking and endangering minors. The initiative, involving 16 countries, resulted in 262 arrests globally, the identification of 41 organized crime groups, and the launch of 434 investigations. Authorities also detected 1,715 irregular migrants and identified 109 potential victims of human trafficking. The mission focused on dismantling criminal infrastructure, including illicit financial channels, document forgery, and social media platforms used to promote illegal crossings.