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Asharq Al-Awsat
27-05-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia, US Sign Security Agreements
Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz signed on Monday several security agreements with corresponding US agencies. The agreements fall within the scope of the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) and the Facilities Security Forces and focus on human capital development, knowledge transfer, and strengthening security agencies' capacities in drug control, training, and critical infrastructure security. The deals are part of efforts to strengthen international partnerships with counterpart agencies.
Saudi Gazette
22-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
4 arrested after seizure of 1.5 million amphetamine pills hidden in shipment of tables
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — In a major drug haul in Riyadh, the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC) has seized 1,520,000 amphetamine pills hidden inside a shipment of tables. The GDNC arrested the recipients, including three Syrian residents and one Saudi citizen. The security operation leading to the drug seizure was carried out as part of the Ministry of Interior's ongoing efforts to combat drug smuggling and protect the security of the Kingdom and its youth. The security authorities called on the public to report any information concerning drug smuggling or selling by calling 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province and 999 in the rest of the Kingdom's regions. They may also contact the GDNC over the number 995 or through email: 995@ All reports will be treated with strict confidentiality, the directorate stated.
Gulf News
03-05-2025
- Gulf News
Video: Saudi Arabia seizes 1.5 million Captagon pills hidden in panel cavities at Jeddah Port
Dubai: Saudi authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle more than 1.5 million Captagon pills into the Kingdom, seizing the shipment at Jeddah Islamic Port in one of the latest efforts to curb the trafficking of narcotics across its borders. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced that 1,586,118 pills were found hidden inside the cavities of 'insulating panels' contained in a shipment arriving at the Red Sea port. The illicit cargo was detected during a customs inspection that utilised advanced scanning technologies and trained sniffer dogs. Following the discovery, ZATCA coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC), leading to the arrest of three individuals who were set to receive the shipment inside Saudi Arabia. In a statement, the authority reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying customs inspections in coordination with the GDNC to safeguard society from the dangers of narcotics and other prohibited goods. Captagon, an amphetamine-based drug, has become a key focus of anti-drug operations in the region, often linked to larger transnational networks operating across the Middle East.
Gulf Insider
02-05-2025
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Customs Foil Attempt To Smuggle Over 1.5 Million Captagon Pills
Saudi Arabia's Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced it had thwarted an attempt to smuggle 1,586,118 Captagon pills hidden in a shipment arriving at Jeddah Islamic Port. The pills were concealed inside the cavities of 'insulating panels' included in the incoming shipment. The smuggling attempt was uncovered during customs inspection using advanced scanning technology and trained sniffer dogs. Following the seizure, ZATCA coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC), resulting in the arrest of three individuals who were set to receive the contraband inside the Kingdom. ZATCA reaffirmed its commitment to tightening customs control over Saudi Arabia's imports and exports in coordination with the GDNC to protect society from narcotics and other illicit goods. The authority also urged the public to contribute to anti-smuggling efforts by reporting suspected violations via its security hotline (1910), email (1910@ or international number (+9661910). Informants are assured full confidentiality and may receive a financial reward if the report proves accurate.
Saudi Gazette
02-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi customs foil attempt to smuggle over 1.5 million Captagon pills
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia's Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced it had thwarted an attempt to smuggle 1,586,118 Captagon pills hidden in a shipment arriving at Jeddah Islamic Port. The pills were concealed inside the cavities of 'insulating panels' included in the incoming shipment. The smuggling attempt was uncovered during customs inspection using advanced scanning technology and trained sniffer dogs. Following the seizure, ZATCA coordinated with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control (GDNC), resulting in the arrest of three individuals who were set to receive the contraband inside the Kingdom. ZATCA reaffirmed its commitment to tightening customs control over Saudi Arabia's imports and exports in coordination with the GDNC to protect society from narcotics and other illicit goods. The authority also urged the public to contribute to anti-smuggling efforts by reporting suspected violations via its security hotline (1910), email (1910@ or international number (+9661910). Informants are assured full confidentiality and may receive a financial reward if the report proves accurate.
