The UAE’s Ministry of Interior spearheaded an international operation against online child sexual exploitation across 14 countries, resulting in 188 arrests.
The UAE led the coordinated international operation in Russia, Indonesia, Belarus, Serbia, Colombia, Thailand, Nepal, Peru, Brazil, the Philippines, Kyrgyzstan, Ecuador, the Maldives, and Uzbekistan.
The operation aimed to combat crimes of online child sexual exploitation, achieving significant results. It resulted in the rescue of 165 children from various countries worldwide, the arrest of 188 suspects, and the dismantling of 28 criminal networks.
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It also led to the disruption of numerous electronic accounts used in these crimes and the formation of electronic patrols across different continents, as stated by Minister of Interior Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Additionally, it facilitated the exchange of expertise among police agencies to enhance global cooperation.
“Thank you to all our partners for their humanitarian commitment to protecting children worldwide and their dedication to collaborative efforts that strengthen community security,” he added.
