Jordanian Armed Forces Foil Major Drug Smuggling Attempt from Syria

The Eastern Military Zone of the Jordanian Armed Forces thwarted a major infiltration and drug smuggling attempt early Wednesday, within its area of responsibility along the border with Syria.اضافة اعلان

A responsible military source from the General Command of the Jordanian Armed Forces – Arab Army stated:
“Border guard forces in the Eastern Military Zone, in coordination with military security agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department, successfully prevented an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics from Syrian territory into Jordan.”

The source explained that a group of smugglers was detected attempting to illegally cross the border. In response, rapid reaction patrols engaged under the rules of engagement, forcing the smugglers to retreat deep into Syrian territory. A thorough search of the area resulted in the seizure of a significant quantity of narcotics, which were handed over to the relevant authorities.

The source emphasized that the Jordanian Armed Forces remain committed to utilizing all available resources and capabilities to prevent all forms of infiltration and smuggling, in order to safeguard the security and stability of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.