Amman: The Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) Arab Army stated Sunday evening that units from the Eastern Military Zone successfully thwarted an infiltration and smuggling attempt involving a significant amount of narcotics coming from Syrian territory.
According to Jordan News Agency, a military source from the General Command noted that Border Guard units, in collaboration with military security agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department, monitored a group of smugglers attempting to illegally cross from Syria into Jordan using advanced surveillance systems.
The military source detailed that rapid response patrols were dispatched, and engagement rules were applied, which compelled the smugglers to retreat back into Syrian territory.
After a thorough search and inspection of the area, troops discovered a substantial quantity of illegal drugs, which were subsequently handed over to the relevant authorities.
The source emphasized that the Jordanian Armed Forces are dedicated to using every available capability to prevent any form of infiltration or smuggling, in order to protect the Kingdom’s security and stability.