European authorities identify hundreds of suspected labour exploitation victims
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European authorities have arrested 27 people and identified 248 suspected victims of labour exploitation. Europol reported that the operation targeted high-risk sectors such as agriculture. The action week was part of an EMPACT operation led by Sweden.
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This operation highlights the ongoing efforts to combat suspected labour exploitation across Europe.
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