Carlos

In 1973, Ilich Ramírez Sánchez, a Venezuelan exile, connects with Palestinian groups in Jordan. This alliance marks the beginning of his journey into a life of international terrorism.

Shortly after forming alliances, Ilich orchestrates a series of attacks in London, demonstrating his growing influence and operational capacity. These bold actions catch the attention of international law enforcement.

Following the violent acts in London, Ilich relocates to Paris where he ascends to a leadership position within the European branch of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine. This move establishes Paris as a critical base for his operations.

In a pivotal meeting with Michel Moukharbal, known as André, Ilich adopts the nom de guerre 'Carlos'. This new identity becomes synonymous with international terrorism during the 1970s and 1980s.

Carlos plans a dramatic hostage-taking incident at the French Embassy in The Hague by collaborating with Japanese Red Army militants. This operation amplifies his notoriety as a master strategist in terrorism.

After André's arrest, Carlos finds himself increasingly scrutinized by the French domestic intelligence service, DST. In a desperate bid for survival, he shoots André along with three police officers to eliminate the threat.

Following the violent incident, Carlos flees to southern Yemen to work with Wadie Haddad, the head of PFLP. His focus shifts to orchestrating a daring mission to abduct oil ministers during an upcoming OPEC conference.

On December 21, 1975, Carlos leads a well-coordinated attack on the OPEC headquarters, seizing control with a group of militants. This operation culminates in violent confrontations and establishes his legacy as a terrorist leader.

After taking hostages, Carlos manages negotiations that result in releasing them at Algiers airport in exchange for a significant ransom. Despite his success, he fails to meet Wadie Haddad's expectations, straining their alliance.

As his relationship with Haddad deteriorates, Carlos transitions into a mercenary role, seeking opportunities in various global conflicts. He begins operations behind the Iron Curtain with the support of the East German Stasi.

In Budapest, Carlos collaborates with individuals connected to revolutionary cells, notably Johannes Weinrich and his wife Magdalena. His activities expand to arms trafficking across Europe, solidifying his role in international terrorism.

The fall of the Berlin Wall in November 1989 leads to a significant decline in Carlos's operations. Expelled from Syria and losing financial support, he finds himself increasingly isolated from the terrorist networks he once led.

Strained by the circumstances of his declining power, Carlos faces personal turmoil as Magdalena expresses her desire to leave him, influenced by offers from his mother to provide her a home in Venezuela. This turbulent period further complicates his life.

After years of evading capture, Carlos is eventually apprehended by the Sudanese authorities on August 14, 1994. This marks the end of his cat-and-mouse game with intelligence agencies and signals a new chapter in his life.

Following his capture, Carlos is extradited back to Paris to face trial for his multitude of past crimes. His actions continue to reverberate in France, revealing the lasting impact of his notorious legacy.