Pakistan Navy seizes over 2,800 kg of narcotics worth $750 million in Arabian Sea
Ships PNS Hunain and PNS Yarmook intercepted a suspicious boat and recovered the narcotics from concealed compartments during a joint operation.
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Pakistan Navy ships Hunain and Yarmook seized more than 2,800 kilograms of narcotics, with an estimated value of approximately $750 million, during a joint counter-narcotics operation in the Arabian Sea.
According to a news release on the operation, the ships intercepted a suspicious boat while on routine patrol and recovered the narcotics from concealed compartments during a subsequent boarding operation.
The seizure represents one of the larger counter-narcotics interceptions reported by the Pakistan Navy in recent maritime patrols, reflecting ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking through regional sea routes.
Further details on the individuals involved in the smuggling attempt, or any resulting legal proceedings, were not included in the initial release.
Sources
- Pak Navy seizes over 2800 kg narcotics worth $ 750 mln — APP (Pakistan)
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