Azerbaijan Intercepts Significant Drug Smuggling Operation


Baku: A large quantity of narcotic drugs being smuggled into the country has been intercepted, APA reports citing Press Center of the State Border Service. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to ensure the reliable protection of the state border and combat the illegal trafficking of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, and their precursors.



According to Azeri-Press News Agency, on May 11, border searches and operational measures conducted by the “Lankaran” border detachment of the Border Troops Command of the State Border Service successfully prevented a significant quantity of narcotic drugs from being smuggled from the Islamic Republic of Iran into the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The search operations led to the discovery and seizure of 10 kilograms and 320 grams of marijuana.



The State Border Service has confirmed that operational-investigative measures are ongoing to further address and prevent such illegal activities.