Police across five Amazon nations arrested hundreds and seized valuable resources during a major environmental crime operation. Operation Green Shield 2026 targeted illegal mining, logging, and wildlife trafficking across the vast rainforest. Authorities confiscated over 280,000 cubic metres of timber and 195 metric tons of minerals. Thousands of live and dead animals were also recovered as part of the extensive crackdown.

Miles de agentes de Colombia, Bolivia, Brasil, Ecuador y Perú participaron en una operación masiva contra delitos ambientales en la Amazonia

Authorities from five Amazon countries have arrested hundreds in a major crackdown on environmental crime