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French Customs Seizes Multi-Ton Cocaine Shipment Linked to Dutch Kingpin ‘Bolle Jos’
French authorities intercepted a large cocaine shipment aboard a cargo ship traveling from Ghana to Antwerp, tracing the drugs to notorious Dutch fugitive Bolle Jos.

Dutch Drug Criminal 'Bolle Jos' Convicted In Absentia in Belgium
Dutch drug criminal Jos L., known as Bolle Jos, has been convicted and sentenced by a Belgian judge in absentia.

Netherlands Seeks West African Coalition to Pressure Sierra Leone on Fugitive
The Netherlands is engaging with West African countries in Ghana to form a coalition aimed at pressuring Sierra Leone to extradite a fugitive.

Turkey Extradites Brother of Dutch Drugs Baron
Turkey has extradited the older brother of fugitive Dutch drugs baron Jos 'Bolle Jos' Leijdekkers to the Netherlands.

Turkey Extradites Brother of Drug Trafficker 'Bolle Jos' to Netherlands
Turkey has extradited Harry L., the brother of wanted drug trafficker 'Bolle Jos' L., to the Netherlands. This extradition is a significant development in the ongoing efforts to combat international drug trafficking.

Netherlands Seeks EU Aid Cut to Sierra Leone Over Drug Smuggling
The Dutch government is pushing the European Union to reduce development aid to Sierra Leone. This move comes in response to concerns about drug smuggling, particularly involving top criminal Bolle Jos.

Father of 'Bolle Jos' Acquitted in Money Laundering Case
A Rotterdam court has acquitted the father of fugitive Jos Leijdekkers, known as 'Bolle Jos,' of money laundering charges related to luxury watches.

Dutch Minister Discusses Extradition of Jos Leijdekkers with Sierra Leone
Dutch Justice Minister Van Weel has held discussions with his Sierra Leone counterpart regarding the extradition of the criminal Jos Leijdekkers, also known as "Bolle Jos," a drug trafficker sought by Dutch authorities for a year.

Father of 'Bolle Jos' Faces Prison for Money Laundering
Joseph Leijdekkers, 71, father of notorious fugitive drug trafficker Jos 'Bolle Jos' Leijdekkers, could face seven months in prison for allegedly laundering a €110,000 watch.
Belgian Prosecutors Seek 15-Year Sentence for Dutch Drug Lord 'Bolle Jos'
Belgian prosecutors have recommended a 15-year prison sentence for Dutch national Jos Leijdekkers, known as 'Bolle Jos,' in the extensive Costa drug trial.

Sierra Leone Accuses Dutch Justice Minister of Neo-Colonialism in Extradition Row
Sierra Leone’s chief minister accused Dutch Justice Minister David van Weel of neo-colonialism after Van Weel appeared on national television regarding an extradition dispute.

Large police operation underway in the Netherlands, possible link to "Bolle Jos"
A large police operation is underway Tuesday in Overasselt, in the Dutch province of Gelderland. ...

Father of Georgia School Shooter Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison
The father who purchased an AR-15 for his son, who then carried out a school shooting, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. This marks a historic decision as it is the first time a parent in the U.S. has been convicted for murder following a school attack by their child.
EU Supports Dutch Hunt for 'Bolle Jos', Sanctions Against Sierra Leone Unlikely
The EU is supporting the Netherlands in its pursuit of 'Bolle Jos', but sanctions against Sierra Leone, potentially related to the case, appear to be a distant prospect.

Bolle Jos Network Linked to Record Cocaine Seizure
A report indicates that the criminal network of 'Bolle Jos' was behind the record seizure of over 30 tonnes of cocaine off the coast of West Africa in May.

Bolle Jos's Older Brother Extradited from Turkey, Faces Money Laundering Charges
Harry L., the older brother of Dutch criminal Bolle Jos, has been extradited from Turkey to the Netherlands. He is being prosecuted for laundering large sums of drug money, according to the Public Prosecution Service.

Dutch Special Forces Nearly Arrested "Bolle Jos" Multiple Times
Dutch special forces reportedly came close to arresting notorious criminal "Bolle Jos" on two separate occasions. One planned arrest operation in Africa was allegedly called off at the last minute.

Bolle Jos and 20 Accomplices Convicted in €550 Million Cocaine Trafficking Case
Fugitive drug criminal Bolle Jos and 20 accomplices were sentenced to prison by a court in Dendermonde, Belgium, for smuggling cocaine worth 550 million euros from Sierra Leone to Antwerp.

Diverse Journalistic Productions Win De Tegel Awards
Several journalistic productions, including Tim Hofman's "Boos," Follow the Money's exposé on Bolle Jos, the series "De Afhaalchinees," and the documentary "Hila voorbij de Taliban," have been honored with De Tegel awards.
Dutch Prosecutor Demands 7-Month Sentence for Father of Drug Criminal 'Bolle Jos' in Money Laundering Case
The Public Prosecution Service in the Netherlands has demanded a seven-month prison sentence for the 71-year-old father of fugitive drug criminal Jos Leijdekkers, known as 'Bolle Jos', in a money laundering case involving a luxury watch.

Netherlands Arrests Man Over 4-Ton Cocaine Seizure Linked to 'Bolle Jos'
Police in Dordrecht arrested a man suspected of involvement in importing nearly 4,000 kg of cocaine, potentially linking him to the notorious 'Bolle Jos' criminal network.

Dutch Cocaine Baron 'Bolle Jos' Operates Impunity in Sierra Leone
Jos Leijdekkers, known as 'Bolle Jos' and sentenced in the Netherlands for cocaine trafficking, continues to run his drug operations from Sierra Leone with impunity, reportedly due to his connection as the president's son-in-law.

Dutch Government Seeks Extradition of Fugitive Jos Leijdekkers via Sierra Leone's Neighbors
The Netherlands is increasing diplomatic pressure on Sierra Leone, now through its neighboring countries, to apprehend and extradite fugitive Jos Leijdekkers.

EU Officially Launches Accession Negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova
The European Union has officially launched accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, opening the first cluster of chapters for both countries. This marks a significant step in their path towards EU membership, with officials from both nations expressing commitment to the process.

Investigation Links 'Bolle Jos' to Record Cocaine Bust
An investigation is linking a massive over-30-ton cocaine shipment intercepted near the Canary Islands to a figure known as 'Bolle Jos'.

US-Iran Peace Talks Face Stalemate Amid Escalating Tensions
Peace talks between the US and Iran have stalled, with Iran reportedly reviewing a US proposal to end the conflict but demanding guarantees. This comes amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East, though oil prices in Poland remain largely unchanged.

Dutch Special Forces Operations to Arrest Drug Trafficker Bolle Jos in Sierra Leone Called Off Twice
Dutch special forces were prepared to arrest wanted drug trafficker Bolle Jos in Sierra Leone on two occasions, but both operations were canceled at the last minute.

Brother of Antwerp's 'Coke King' Arrested for Third Time in Turkey
Harry Leijdekkers, the elder brother of 'Bolle Jos,' known as Antwerp's former 'coke king,' has been arrested in Istanbul for the third time.
De Tegel Journalism Awards Announce Winners
The article highlights the stories that won "De Tegel" journalism awards, covering topics such as the hiding place of 'Bolle Jos', Israeli settlements, and dubious energy labels.

Dutch Kingpin "Bolle Jos" Linked to Record Cocaine Seizure
Dutch drugs baron "Bolle Jos" is suspected of being behind a record shipment of over 40 tonnes of cocaine seized at sea.