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The Southern Military Zone foiled a major drug-smuggling attempt early Friday after detecting a guided balloon as it attempted to cross the border into Jordanian territory.

Border Guard units operating within their area of responsibility detected and intercepted the balloon and brought it down inside Jordanian territory. The drugs it was carrying were seized in coordination with the relevant security and military agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department.

The seized items were handed over to the competent authorities to take the necessary legal measures.

The Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army affirmed their continued efforts to counter smuggling and infiltration attempts along the Kingdom’s borders, monitor the various methods and means used in such operations, and take the necessary operational measures to thwart them.

Border Guard units continue to carry out their duties to protect the Kingdom’s borders and prevent any attempts that could threaten its security and stability.

//Petra// MF