Nine European Union countries participated in "Operation Medusa," a coordinated effort to combat the clandestine recording of pornography involving spouses and partners. The operation, as reported by DW, targeted men secretly filming intimate acts without consent. This practice is increasingly recognized as a form of sexual violence and domestic abuse, even if initially appearing consensual. Authorities are cracking down on the creation and distribution of such material, which can inflict significant emotional and psychological harm. Operation Medusa involved cross-border collaboration to identify perpetrators and dismantle networks involved in creating and sharing these illicit recordings. The operation highlights a growing awareness of technology-facilitated sexual abuse within the EU and a commitment to protecting victims. Further details regarding arrests and evidence seized have not yet been widely released.