Falcon smuggling ranks as the fourth most profitable illegal trade globally, following drugs, people, and weapons.
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Falcon smuggling ranks as the fourth most profitable illegal trade globally, following drugs, people, and weapons.
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Synopsis
Alan Parrot, a CIA operative, meets with Osama bin Laden six times between 2004 and 2010. These encounters connect to the illegal falcon trade, the fourth most profitable black market. The documentary reveals how falcon smuggling intertwines with royal dynasties, the KGB, the oil industry, and terrorism. Produced shortly before bin Laden's alleged execution, it outlines the global implications of this hidden wildlife trafficking network.
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Why Watch
- Meet CIA Operative Alan Parrot and his unique connections.
- Find out how falcon smuggling links to major historical events.
- See the impact of wildlife trafficking on global politics.
Did You Know
- Falcon smuggling is the fourth most profitable illegal trade.
- Alan Parrot met Osama bin Laden six times between 2004 and 2010.
- The documentary was produced shortly before bin Laden's alleged execution.
- The falcon trade has influenced global politics for thousands of years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rank of falcon smuggling in illegal trades?
Falcon smuggling ranks as the fourth most profitable illegal trade after drugs, people, and weapons.
Who is Alan Parrot and what is his connection to Osama bin Laden?
Alan Parrot is a CIA operative who met Osama bin Laden six times from 2004 to 2010.
What significant historical events are connected to the falcon trade?
The falcon trade is connected to events involving royal dynasties, the CIA, the KGB, the oil industry, and Al Qaeda.
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