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Video. Watch the video: European Commission vs Shein — let's unbox the probe

Updated: 18/02/2026 - 11:19 GMT+1

Everyone loves a good bargain. But what if your €3 t-shirt comes with extra baggage? It all started last year with a massive scandal in France. Authorities found illegal products, including a childlike sex doll, being sold on Shein. Now, the EU is stepping in.

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