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Introducing the #DamascusDossier investigation: A collaboration from ICIJ, NDR and 24 media partners in 20 countries uncovers harrowing new details about former Syrian president Bashar Assad’s regime and one of the most brutal state-run killing systems of the 21st century.

The #PanamaPapers at 10: What Changed — and What Hasn’t Join ICIJ Executive Director @RyleGerard and tax justice expert Tove Maria Ryding for a panel on March 31 about how the investigation unfolded, and the loopholes that remain. Register here: eventbrite.com/e/the-panama-p…

The Justice Department recently announced its seizing of $15 billion in Bitcoin, the US's largest ever asset forfeiture. But questions are swirling the case. For one, we found DOJ is relying on some apparently bogus evidence: icij.org/investigations… @ICIJorg

From @WSJ: The Justice Department is investigating Iran’s use of Binance to evade U.S. sanctions. The probe focuses on money flowing through the crypto platform to networks backing terror groups, including Yemen’s Houthi militants. on.wsj.com/4rFxuUj

In October, the U.S. Justice Department announced the seizure of a cache of bitcoin then valued at $15B. Months later, questions and frustrations have begun to swirl around the department’s handling of the funds, tied to the Cambodia-based Prince Group. icij.org/investigations…

NEW: Premier League imposes record fine against Chelsea FC over breaches of financial rules — revealed as part of ICIJ’s Cyprus Confidential investigation — during Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich’s ownership. icij.org/investigations… by @icijorg

How do billions in "anonymous" crypto turn into cold, hard cash? 💸 Join us and @OpenCorporates on March 26 to see the methodologies behind the #CoinLaundry investigation. Register now: register.gotowebinar.com/register/17115… #Crypto #AML #InvestigativeJournalism #FinCrime

Chelsea F.C. have been given a record fine for secretive rule-breaching payments revealed as part of ICIJ’s #CyprusConfidential investigation — but has avoided a points deduction. Read the story: icij.org/investigations…

A crypto exchange is only as decentralised as its bank account. 🏦 Join @OpenCorporates & @ICIJorg and learn how digital wallets hide behind physical front companies. 🕵️‍♂️ 🗓️ March 26th at 3pm 🔗eu1.hubs.ly/H0sJ1Nq0

ICIJ's #ChinaTargets investigation was awarded the Lorenzo Natali Prize (International Best Practices in Journalism) at @Voices_Fest, recognizing the 100+ "voices" of those who shared their stories with us. Take a look at our reporting: bit.ly/4saWjZ9

From @IrishTimes: Senior Kinahan cartel member Sean McGovern, who last summer became the first person to be extradited to Ireland from the United Arab Emirates, has pleaded guilty at the Special Criminal Court to directing a criminal organization. bit.ly/4cL7B1v

From The Guardian: Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich has stepped up his row with the British government over the proceeds of his sale of Chelsea FC, insisting that the money is his to allocate despite the international sanctions imposed on his assets. theguardian.com/world/2026/mar…

A World Bank project had provided $100 million to expand protected environmental areas and boost tourism in Tanzania. But it was cancelled in November 2024 amid allegations that wildlife rangers committed human rights abuses while working on the project. icij.org/news/2026/03/a…

Russia was hit with a wave of sanctions after its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. A new analysis by @thecfhk reveals weaknesses in the response. Learn more: icij.org/news/2026/02/h…

Even before last year’s staff reductions, the IRS struggled to oversee dirty money in the fast-growing crypto sector, experts say. Cutbacks at the agency have added to the Trump administration’s broader easing of crypto oversight. icij.org/investigations…

From @swissinfo_fr: ICIJ's #ShadowDiplomats investigation revealed a series of dubious incidents involving foreign honorary consuls worldwide. In Switzerland, instead of tightening oversight, the government has settled for a review of existing procedures. swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-poli…

While the trafficking of guns into Mexico from the U.S has been widely reported, less is known about the millions of rounds of ammunition experts say are flowing across the southern border each year. Read our recent reporting: icij.org/news/2026/02/n…

Investigative journalism at work: Lawmakers introduced legislation that would ban defense contractors from selling ammunition to civilians after an investigation by @ICIJorg revealed that ammunition made at an Army facility has been trafficked to cartels. icij.org/news/2026/03/l…

A new EU report, which cites ICIJ's #ChinaTargets investigation, calls for more aggressive action to counter transnational repression, including visa bans, the expulsion of diplomats, and swifter mobilization of sanctions. Read this story: icij.org/investigations…

National governments must take stronger measures to stop arms trafficking and allow legal remedies for their harms, a newly issued opinion by the @CIDH says. The finding comes as Mexico pressures the U.S. to stop the illegal flow of guns across the border. icij.org/news/2026/03/h…

Have you watched the latest season of "The Night Agent"? Showrunner Shawn Ryan talks about why he referenced the 2016 #PanamaPapers scandal in the show, and how he learned about the offshore banking world. Read his interview with @motionpictures: motionpictures.org/2026/02/how-th…