On Sunday, the Jordanian Armed Forces announced that they successfully downed a drone, laden with narcotics, which was laden with narcotic substances.
The unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was reportedly launched from Syria, marking a pressing security concern for the region.
An official spokesperson from the Jordanian Armed Forces commented on the situation, revealing, “Today, our units in the Northern Military Zone detected and thwarted a smuggling attempt. The drone, which was transporting a significant quantity of narcotics, originated from Syrian territories and was bound for Jordan.” This information was also corroborated by Jordan’s state news agency, Petra.
Upon closer inspection, it was determined that the downed drone was carrying crystal meth among other substances. “Following its interception, we have transferred the confiscated drugs to the relevant authorities for further action,” added the spokesperson. Reiterating the army’s dedication to national security, he said, “The Jordanian Armed Forces remain on high alert, ensuring the safety and security of our nation and its citizens against any intrusion or threat.”
This incident follows a disclosure by a Syrian military insider about a recent initiation of broad-ranging search operations within the border regions adjoining Jordan, particularly south of the Daraa province. This initiative comes in the wake of inaugural meetings between Syrian and Jordanian officials in Amman, focusing on bolstering collaborative efforts to clamp down on drug trafficking and dealers operating across their mutual border.
Highlighting the gravity of the situation, the Syrian military source stated, “Our army units, in cooperation with specialized security forces, have begun extensive combing operations in the border areas adjacent to Jordan. This is part of Syria’s comprehensive strategy to counteract drug traffickers who exploit the Syrian-Jordanian frontier, especially in the southern parts of Syria.”
