The Eastern Military Zone thwarted an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics into Jordan using guided balloons early Monday, November 9, 2026, after detecting them as they moved toward Jordanian territory.
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Border Guard units operating within their area of responsibility intercepted the balloons and brought them down inside Jordanian territory, seizing the drugs they were carrying.
The operation was conducted in coordination with the security and military agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department. The seized materials were referred to the relevant authorities to take the necessary legal measures.
The Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army affirmed that they will continue carrying out their national duty with efficiency and determination, firmly confronting all attempts at infiltration and smuggling, regardless of the methods used or the increasingly sophisticated means employed.
The military stressed that these efforts are aimed at safeguarding the Kingdom's security and stability, protecting its sovereignty and ensuring the safety of its citizens.
