BREAKING: Trump Administration Shuts Down Top 4 Dark Web Child Abuse Sites, 19 Arrested in Major Global Operation

In a stunning announcement that has sent shockwaves through law enforcement and the public, former President Donald Trump's administration is being credited with a major global operation that resulted in the takedown of the four largest child sexual abuse websites operating on the dark web. The effort, dubbed Operation Grayskull, led to the arrest of 19 individuals in the United States and coordinated international arrests in seven additional countries.

Kash Patel, a key national security official during the Trump era, delivered the statement: “I'm excited to announce the results of a global operation to take down four of the biggest child sexual abuse sites on the dark web and bring the criminals who operated them to justice."

According to Patel, the arrests were made after years of intense investigation by specialized FBI units, including the Child Exploitation Operational Unit. These cases often span multiple jurisdictions and require advanced cyber-tracking capabilities due to the hidden nature of dark web platforms. Patel emphasized that the success of the operation was made possible through strong international partnerships and tireless efforts by law enforcement.

“Shockingly,” he added, “many of these perpetrators had no prior criminal records. They were people we knew and trusted—neighbors, colleagues, even family members. They were active in our communities and around our children. This is why we must stay vigilant.”

The operation has been hailed as one of the most significant child protection efforts in recent history. Officials stress that the perpetrators used advanced encryption and anonymity tools to hide their identities and mask their activities, making the investigations especially complex. In many cases, law enforcement had to pose undercover online, patiently building digital trails to uncover those responsible.

The arrests are part of a broader strategy to dismantle the online infrastructure supporting child exploitation. Authorities say that shutting down the platforms not only prevents further harm but also sends a strong message to others engaged in similar activities: no place on the internet is beyond the reach of justice.

The global scope of Operation Grayskull also highlights the increasingly international nature of cybercrime. By collaborating with agencies from Europe, Asia, and Latin America, U.S. law enforcement demonstrated that coordinated efforts can strike effectively at even the darkest corners of the internet.

In his closing remarks, Patel stated, “Through global partnerships and dedicated resources, the FBI works to ensure that all children have the chance to grow up safe and free from exploitation. Rest assured, we will keep hunting these criminals no matter where they are.”

The public has responded with overwhelming support and gratitude. Social media platforms flooded with hashtags like #SaveTheChildren and #ThankYouTrump, with many praising the operation as a long-overdue victory for child protection.