On 19 June 2026, Spanish tax authorities, in coordination with Eurojust and the Anti‑Drug Prosecutor's Office, announced the dismantling of a Spanish branch of an international criminal network that had been operating as a key logistics hub for money laundering on behalf of the Italian and Albanian mafias. The operation, carried out over several months, uncovered a sophisticated system of shell companies and offshore accounts used to clean proceeds from drug trafficking, extortion and other illicit activities. Authorities seized assets worth approximately €120 million, froze bank accounts of 37 suspects, and arrested 14 individuals linked to the network's leadership. Investigators highlighted the transnational nature of the case, noting that proceeds were funneled through a chain of companies in Spain, Italy and Albania before being re‑invested in legitimate‑looking enterprises such as construction firms and real‑estate projects. The Tax Agency emphasized its role in detecting anomalous financial patterns and collaborating with law‑enforcement partners to dismantle the criminal infrastructure. Eurojust provided judicial support, while the Anti‑Drug Prosecutor's Office coordinated evidence collection and prosecutions. Officials praised the multi‑agency approach, stating it set a precedent for future cross‑border investigations targeting organized crime linked to narcotics. The successful takedown underscores Spain's strategic position as a gateway for laundering funds derived from South American drug cartels targeting European markets.