Egyptian Naval Forces foil drug smuggling attempt on Red Sea coast

Ahmed Al-Deeb , Thursday 26 Dec 2024

The Egyptian Naval Forces foiled an attempt to smuggle drugs into the country through the Red Sea coast, according to a statement by the military spokesperson on Thursday.

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The statement indicated that the Naval Forces intercepted a suspicious fishing boat and searched it.

Authorities apprehended two individuals aboard the boat and discovered quantities of cannabis, hydro drugs, and several mobile phones in their possession, the statement read.

It added that the two arrested, along with the seized drugs and possessions, were handed over to relevant authorities for investigation.

 

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