Army thwart drug smuggling attempt from Syria

AMMAN — The Eastern Military Zone on Wednesday thwarted an infiltration and drug smuggling attempt from Syria along its eastern front and within its area of responsibility. 

A military source at the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces–Arab Army (JAF) said that Border Guard forces, in coordination with military security agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department, foiled the attempt and seized a quantity of narcotics. The confiscated items have been handed over to the relevant authorities.

The source reiterated JAF’s commitment to safeguarding the Kingdom’s borders, emphasising that all available resources and capabilities will be utilised to prevent infiltration and smuggling, ensuring Jordan’s security and stability.