Amman, May 8 (Petra) -- The Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) operating in the Eastern Military Zone intercepted a major drug smuggling operation early Thursday along the border with Syria, preventing large quantities of narcotics from entering the Kingdom.

According to a statement issued by the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces – Arab Army, border guard units, in coordination with military security services and the Anti-Narcotics Department, foiled the infiltration attempt as it occurred along the designated area of responsibility.

The source confirmed that the seized narcotics have been handed over to the relevant authorities for further investigation and legal procedures.

The military emphasized that the armed forces remain fully committed to safeguarding Jordan’s borders and national security, vowing to continue deploying all available resources to combat smuggling and infiltration attempts.

//Petra// RZ

08/05/2025 10:24:32