Over 2 kgs of Marijuana seized at Muscat International Airport
Oman Customs said in a statement :"Muscat International Airport Customs thwarted an Asian passenger's attempt to smuggle 2.237 kilograms of marijuana, which he had hidden tightly among his personal luggage."
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