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Jordan foils major drug smuggling attempts
Jordan's Eastern Military Zone has intercepted significant drug smuggling attempts using guided balloons, enhancing border security measures.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 13 November 2026.
The story so far as of 13 November 2026
On 25 October, the Eastern Military Zone of Jordan thwarted a major drug smuggling attempt, intercepting narcotics transported via guided balloons. Border guard units successfully brought down the balloons and seized the drugs. On 13 November, the Eastern Military Region intercepted another large drug smuggling attempt involving remote-controlled balloons. This operation was coordinated with security and military agencies, resulting in the seizure of drugs within Jordanian territory.
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Eastern Military Region foils drug smuggling
Impact Drug enforcement agencies and border security operations are reinforced, impacting illegal drug trade routes.
Sources: Hala Akhbar ↗, Jo24 ↗, Roya News ↗
- Disruption
Eastern Military Zone Foils Major Drug Smuggling
Impact Public-sector security forces enhance border control measures, affecting cross-border trade and security operations.
Sources: Hala Akhbar ↗, Jo24 ↗
Sources in this story
- Hala Akhbar 2
- Jo24 2
- Roya News 1
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