Gangs in Cambodia have compelled thousands of captives to defraud unsuspecting victims. Because of political connections, no one is stopping them.
Tag: Human Trafficking
Dozens of Migrants Die After Boat Sinks in Strait of Sicily
Survivors said that 41 people, shunted by traffickers onto a small makeshift iron vessel, had drowned after it capsized en route from Tunisia to Italy.
Andrew Tate Is Released From House Arrest in Romania
The online influencer and his brother, Tristan Tate, must remain in the country while they await trial on charges of human trafficking, a court in Bucharest ruled.
Can a Rapper Change Italy’s Mind About Migrants?
As the country’s right-wing government takes a hard line on Mediterranean immigration, the hip-hop artist Ghali has become a prominent voice of compassion.
Defecting From North Korea Is Now Far Harder
Recent rescue efforts to escape Kim Jong-un’s regime via China have been thwarted by digital surveillance, profiteering and the pandemic.
Andrew Tate’s Indictment in Romania: Here’s What to Know
The online influencer and his brother, Tristan Tate, appeared in court for the first time since their indictment on charges including human trafficking.
Greece Migrant Boat Tragedy Leaves Many Questions for Europe
Greek authorities blamed smugglers for a disaster that may have been one of the worst of its kind. Critics say tougher policies are increasing the risks.
Andrew Tate Finds Romania Less Lawless Than He Hoped
The online influencer, popular with young men, is facing charges of human trafficking and rape, after seeking out a place where “corruption is accessible to everybody.”
A South Korean Horror Story, Long Suppressed
The story of a brutal sex trade built for American soldiers shows how women have been exploited in service of political and economic goals.
A Brutal Sex Trade Built for American Soldiers
It’s a long-buried part of South Korean history: women compelled by force, trickery or desperation into prostitution, with the complicity of their own leaders.