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Stay informed with the latest from the EU Global Threats programme. This section brings together press releases, project highlights, newsletters, interviews and updates from the field. Whether it’s a new initiative, a successful training or a milestone in implementation, we spotlight the stories and achievements driving progress on the ground.

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European Union CBRN Centres of Excellence kicked off Project 116 to Strengthen Medical Preparedness and Response in the GCC Countries
  • News announcement

The kick-off meeting of the EU CBRN Centres of Excellence (EU CBRN CoE) Project 116, “Advanced Capacity Building for Medical Preparedness and Response to CBRN Incidents and Biological Threats in the GCC Countries”, was held in Cyprus on 16–19 June 2026.

2 min read
Threat area
  • CBRN Risk Mitigation
EU CBRN CoE Region
  • GCC - Gulf Cooperation Council Countries
Tackling illicit firearms trafficking from the skies
  • Supplementary information

Through iARMS V, INTERPOL coordinates Operation Trigger to dismantle firearms trafficking networks, strengthening regional security through shared intelligence and cross-border cooperation among law enforcement agencies.

3 min read
Threat area
  • Fight against Organised Crime
Events
  • EU Crime Fighting Week 2026
From Presence to Influence: Strengthening Women’s Impact in Airport Security
  • Supplementary information

Women officers working on the frontline at airports play a critical role in global security, detecting illicit commodities, disrupting transnational organised crime, and protecting vulnerable individuals.

2 min read
Threat area
  • Fight against Organised Crime
Events
  • EU Crime Fighting Week 2026
Cyber Games and Digital Security Challenge
  • Supplementary information

One team - One mission. From Evidence to action. When shared knowledge drives cooperation.

2 min read
Threat area
  • Fight against Organised Crime
Events
  • EU Crime Fighting Week 2026
Disrupting organised crime networks operating along the transatlantic corridor
  • Supplementary information

Global cooperation at seaports, handling over 90% of world trade via maritime containers, enhances detection of illicit trafficking and enables real-time information sharing to disrupt cross-border criminal networks.

2 min read
Threat area
  • Fight against Organised Crime
Events
  • EU Crime Fighting Week 2026
Operation Paramuno - Canine Unit and Tarmac Surveillance
  • Supplementary information

A Receita Federal officer and detection dog monitor the tarmac during Operation Paramuno at a Brazilian airport, with a light twin-engine aircraft under observation.

2 min read
Threat area
  • Fight against Organised Crime
Events
  • EU Crime Fighting Week 2026