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Interpol's recent operation in West Africa targeted illegal gold mining, resulting in 200 arrests and the discovery of harmful chemicals, explosives, and drugs, showcasing the severe risks involved.
The use of toxic substances like mercury and cyanide in gold extraction poses significant health risks, leading to irreversible damage for those involved in small-scale mining.
Valdecy Urquiza, Interpol's secretary general, highlighted the operation as a prime example of international cooperation tackling environmental and health threats from illegal mining.
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