Documentary exposes human trafficking crisis in Spain's illegal brothels

A new documentary reveals the grim reality of human trafficking in Spain, where women are forced into prostitution under horrific conditions. An elite police unit is working to dismantle these trafficking networks, which exploit vulnerable women from Latin America and Africa. The documentary shows police raids on illegal brothels, highlighting the squalid living conditions and the degrading treatment of victims. Many women are trapped in a cycle of debt, monitored constantly, and threatened with violence, making escape nearly impossible. Human trafficking for sexual exploitation has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, with many victims going undetected. In 2022, over 10,000 trafficking victims were registered in the EU, with women and girls making up the majority.