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On 7 and 8 November, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, the Office of the OSCE Co-ordinator of Economic and Environmental Activities and the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, in co-operation with the Federal Agency for the Management of Confiscated Assets of Bosnia and Herzegovina, facilitated a roundtable discussion on financial investigations in criminal cases, which took place in Neum.

The event aimed to enhance internal co-ordination between all agencies involved in the fight against organized crime, corruption and economic crime. Participants also discussed the development of concrete tools for more effective financial investigations and prompt identification, freezing and seizure of illegally acquired assets.

With the support of the Federal Agency for the Management of Confiscated Assets, the Prosecutor’s Office of Canton Sarajevo presented its approach to streamlining the collection of data on assets in criminal proceedings, which includes a list of contact persons in all institutions and agencies that may have relevant data on the person or persons concerned. The roundtable aimed to encourage other Prosecutor Offices in Bosnia and Herzegovina to make use of this list for direct contact and more swift communication.

This event was organized within the framework of the OSCE extra-budgetary project “Strengthening Asset Recovery Efforts in the OSCE Region”, which is funded by Austria, Germany, Italy and the United States. 

In Humlikon ZH in der Gemeinde Andelfingen sind am frühen Dienstagmorgen zwei Autos frontal miteinander kollidiert. Ein 55-jähriger Lenker zog sich Verletzungen unbestimmten Grades zu, eine 34-jährige Autofahrerin wurde leicht verletzt.

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The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe organized a five-day training course titled “Facilitation and Conflict Prevention: Fundamentals and Practical Approaches”, which took place from 28 October to 2 November 2024. The course brought together 26 facilitators from the OSCE-supported Women's Resource Centres (WRCs), including 23 women.

The training covered a wide range of topics, including relevant laws, administrative offenses, appeals, and various codes related to domestic violence. The focus was on strengthening the capacity of the WRCs and initiative groups in conflict prevention, conflict sensitivity, and promoting the concept of global citizenship education. Participants learned about the basics of facilitation, key conflict concepts, types and causes of conflicts, conflict sensitivity and resolution, communication roles and types, and the importance of global citizenship as a significant force. They also explored how to promote services through social media and effectively engage with target audiences using different platforms.

Sabohat Azizi, a facilitator from WRC "Marifat," reflected on the experience: “Participating in the training was motivating for me. Attending such sessions inspires and facilitates the exchange of ideas and experiences with colleagues, which enhances our commitment and desire to achieve excellent results. All sessions were relevant, but I particularly enjoyed the one on global citizenship, which instilled in me a greater sense of patriotism and pride in living in a free and independent country. The demonstration of videos and various games were particularly memorable, and I aim to incorporate these elements in future sessions with our beneficiaries.”

“During the training session on ‘Conflict and ways to resolve it,’ I gained valuable knowledge and practical tools for effective conflict resolution,” shared Faridun Mahmudov from WRC "Zanho ziddi zurovari". The methods of active listening and non-violent communication techniques were especially useful in understanding and considering the perspectives of both parties. The practical classes solidified my skills in managing stressful situations, boosting my confidence in applying these techniques in real scenarios. This training has provided me with a clear understanding of how to maintain harmony and trust, even in challenging circumstances, which is crucial when working with people,” concluded Mahmudov.

The OSCE Programme Office supports victims of domestic violence in the regions through a network of 13 OSCE-established WRCs in partnership with local authorities. The ongoing project, "Supporting and Strengthening the Women’s Resource Centres in Tajikistan," is funded by Norway, the United States of America, Finland, the European Union, Andorra and Germany.

Der ehemalige französische Nationalspieler Wissam Ben Yedder wird zu einer Bewährungsstrafe verurteilt. Der 34-Jährige wurde wegen sexueller Gewalt und Trunkenheit am Steuer schuldig gesprochen.

Sternenfreunde haben in den kommenden Tagen die Chance, Sternschnuppen am Nachthimmel zu erspähen.

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As new techniques for obfuscating virtual assets transactions emerge, staying up-to-date in investigative capabilities to counter these threats effectively becomes all the more important. To strengthen Moldova’s ability to combat crypto-related crime, the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA), in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), organized a specialized training session on “Investigation of Blockchain Obfuscation Techniques” in Chisinau from 13 to 15 November.

Twenty-five representatives from Moldovan law enforcement agencies participated to enhance their skills in investigating obfuscation techniques such as coin joins, mixers, and other transaction-masking methods.

Throughout the training session, participants learned about advanced blockchain obfuscation techniques and practical skills for tracking illicit transactions across blockchains. Case studies provided real-world examples of how criminals use complex layering methods to conceal illicit financial flows, while sessions highlighted best practices and strategies to decode coin joins, mixers and other methods criminals are using.

“As obfuscation techniques which criminals use become more sophisticated, law enforcement must remain one step ahead. This training session empowers Moldovan officials with essential skills to detect and trace these hidden transaction paths,” said Vera Strobachova Budway, Acting Senior Economic Officer. “Such efforts align with the OSCE’s broader mission to bolster security across all dimensions by equipping our partners with tools to address emerging threats.”

The training session is part of an OSCE extra-budgetary project on “Innovative policy solutions to mitigate money-laundering risks of virtual assets”, funded by Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, the United Kingdom and the United States. The project supports OSCE participating States in building national capacities to mitigate criminal risks related to virtual assets.

Le Parti populaire européen (PPE) pourrait prendre un peu de temps pour se prononcer sur la nomination du commissaire désigné Stéphane Séjourné, a expliqué à Euractiv un eurodéputé du groupe de centre-droit, le plus important du Parlement européen. Le Français a été auditionné durant trois heures et demi, mardi 12 novembre.

Die künftige Rolle des designierten Gesundheitskommissars Olivér Várhelyi spaltet weiterhin die Fraktionen des EU-Parlaments. Die Liberalen fordern, seine Zuständigkeiten für Gesundheit und Bioethik einem anderen Kommissar, vermutlich aus den eigenen Reihen, zu übertragen.

European Parliament’s spokespersons will hold a last-minute briefing on the 13 - 14 November plenary session today at 14.30.

Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

European Parliament’s spokespersons will hold a last-minute briefing on the 13 - 14 November plenary session today at 14.30.

Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

European Parliament’s spokespersons will hold a last-minute briefing on the 13 - 14 November plenary session today at 14.30.

Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

European Parliament’s spokespersons will hold a last-minute briefing on the 13 - 14 November plenary session today at 14.30.

Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

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Seit 2019 versucht Viola Amherd den Schiessplatz Simplonpass auszubauen. Bis jetzt ist das Ganze aber ein Rohrkrepierer. Denn die Besitzer der Ferienhütten in der Nähe der Anlage wehren sich mit Händen und Füssen. Mit Erfolg. Bringen neue Anpassungen nun die Wende?

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