Amman: The Northern Military Zone successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt by an individual crossing from Syria into Jordan.
According to Jordan News Agency, the Jordan Armed Forces responded by applying rules of engagement. The individual was subsequently arrested and handed over to the relevant authorities for further action.
In a separate incident early Monday, the Northern Military Zone intercepted a drug-smuggling operation involving a drone on its northern front. Border Guard forces detected the drone, engaged it, and successfully shot it down within Jordanian borders. The narcotics seized from the operation were transferred to the relevant authorities for processing.