Vietnamese police have successfully rescued over 400 cats during a large-scale operation targeting a network involved in the illegal cat meat trade in Ho Chi Minh City. The crackdown, revealed on Thursday, focused on the theft and trafficking of cats for consumption. Details regarding arrests and the full scope of the operation remain limited, but authorities confirmed the multi-day effort resulted in a significant number of animals being saved. This operation represents a major step in combating the illicit trade of cats for meat, a practice that has drawn criticism from animal welfare groups. The rescued cats are now in the care of authorities and animal welfare organizations. Further investigations are underway to dismantle the entire network and prevent future incidents.