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Gulf Insider
27-04-2025
- Gulf Insider
1,314 Cases of Contraband Seizure at Saudi Customs Ports in a Week
The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority revealed the seizure of 1,314 cases of contraband smuggling at land, sea, and air customs ports across Saudi Arabia within one week. The seized items included 54 types of narcotics and 782 prohibited substances. The seizures included 2,252 types of tobacco and its derivatives, 22 types of cash, and five weapons and related supplies. The authority reiterated its continued efforts to tighten customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society. This is achieved through continuous cooperation and coordination with all its partners from relevant authorities. The authority urged the participation of the public in combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy through calling the number 1910, designated for security reports. This number receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law with complete confidentiality, with awarding a financial reward to the informer if the data provided is accurate.
Saudi Gazette
26-04-2025
- Saudi Gazette
1,314 cases of contraband seizure at Saudi customs ports in a week
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority revealed the seizure of 1,314 cases of contraband smuggling at land, sea, and air customs ports across Saudi Arabia within one week. The seized items included 54 types of narcotics and 782 prohibited substances. The seizures included 2,252 types of tobacco and its derivatives, 22 types of cash, and five weapons and related supplies. The authority reiterated its continued efforts to tighten customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society. This is achieved through continuous cooperation and coordination with all its partners from relevant authorities. The authority urged the participation of the public in combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy through calling the number 1910, designated for security reports. This number receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law with complete confidentiality, with awarding a financial reward to the informer if the data provided is accurate.
Observer
26-03-2025
- Health
- Observer
Fun for some, nuisance for others
MUSCAT, MARCH 26 Hospitals annually record fire cracker-related injuries and fatalities especially during holiday seasons. Given the danger these pose to children and others, authorities have resorted to regulating the use and sale of crackers. As Eid Al Fitr approaches, the sound of firecrackers in residential neighbourhoods has increased, becoming more frequent due to their widespread availability among children, according to Mohammed al Raisi. This has become a source of concern for many families because of the health and psychological risks it poses, in addition to the disturbance it causes for the elderly and the sick. Despite continuous warnings about their dangers, fireworks are still widely used, necessitating intensified awareness and regulatory efforts. Al Raisi stressed the importance of not being complacent in addressing this issue, whether through laws or awareness campaigns. Al Raisi also urged people to educate their children about the dangers of these fireworks and alert authorities. Dr Reem al Zaabi warned that fireworks may lead to severe injuries such as burns and, in some cases blindness or loss of limbs due to the force of the explosion. She also explained that the loud noise produced by these fireworks could damage ears, leading to permanent hearing loss or persistent ringing (tinnitus). Toxic fumes from fireworks can cause breathing difficulties for the elderly and asthma patients. Al Zaabi further noted that the dangers of fireworks are not limited to physical harm but can cause excessive anxiety and fear in children, affecting their sleep and leading to nightmares. Given these challenges, addressing the issue of fireworks remains a shared responsibility between authorities and society. Continuous awareness campaigns, strict enforcement of regulations and tightened control over the distribution of these fireworks can help reduce the risks they pose to people's lives and safety. The Royal Oman Police warns of the consequences of using fireworks, due to the serious harm they cause to individuals and society. As part of its efforts to protect public safety and security, ROP said it will continue to tighten control over all border posts to stop smuggling of crackers. The police will pursue individuals involved in smuggling and trafficking fireworks and take legal action against them. Smugglers of fireworks face imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both penalties, in addition to the confiscation of the seized items, in accordance with Articles 145/4 and 143 of the Unified Customs Law of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States. ROP urged parents to raise awareness among their children about the dangers of using fireworks, due to physical and psychological effects on children, as well as the damage they can cause to property and the public nuisance they create.
Gulf Insider
23-03-2025
- Gulf Insider
1,394 Cases Of Contraband Seizures Reported At Saudi Customs Ports
Saudi Arabia's land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,394 seizures of contraband during the inspection campaign, carried out by the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority, to enhance security and protect society from all types and forms of contraband. The seized items included 87 types of narcotics such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, shabu, Captagon pills, and others, in addition to 1,331 prohibited substances. The seized items also included 1,751 types of tobacco and its derivatives, along with 47 types of cash. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority affirmed its commitment to tightening customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society, in cooperation and continuous coordination with all its partners from relevant authorities. The authority called on everyone to contribute to combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy by contacting it on the dedicated security reporting number 1910 or via email (1910@ or via the international number 009661910. Through these channels, the authority receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law, with complete confidentiality. A financial reward will be granted to the whistleblower if the provided information is accurate.
Saudi Gazette
23-03-2025
- Saudi Gazette
1,394 cases of contraband seizures reported at Saudi Customs ports
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's land, sea, and air customs ports recorded 1,394 seizures of contraband during the inspection campaign, carried out by the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority, to enhance security and protect society from all types and forms of contraband. The seized items included 87 types of narcotics such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, shabu, Captagon pills, and others, in addition to 1,331 prohibited substances. The seized items also included 1,751 types of tobacco and its derivatives, along with 47 types of cash. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority affirmed its commitment to tightening customs control over the Kingdom's imports and exports so as to ensure the security and protection of society, in cooperation and continuous coordination with all its partners from relevant authorities. The authority called on everyone to contribute to combating smuggling to protect society and the national economy by contacting it on the dedicated security reporting number 1910 or via email (1910@ or via the international number 009661910. Through these channels, the authority receives reports related to smuggling crimes and violations of the provisions of the Unified Customs Law, with complete confidentiality. A financial reward will be granted to the whistleblower if the provided information is accurate.
