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Pakistan Navy seizes narcotics worth $96 million in Arabian Sea operations

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  • Pakistan Navy seized narcotics valued at approximately $96 million in the Arabian Sea.
  • The haul included 850kg of crystal meth (ice) and 2,000kg of hashish.
  • The operation was conducted by PNS Yarmook, which intercepted two dhows.

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On Wednesday, the Pakistan Navy announced a major drug seizure in the Arabian Sea. The operation, conducted by PNS Yarmook, resulted in the interception of two dhows and the recovery of narcotics valued at $96 million. The haul included 850kg of crystal methamphetamine (ice) and 2,000kg of hashish found in concealed compartments. The military's media wing stated the operation demonstrates the Navy's commitment to combating illicit trafficking at sea.

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The Pakistan Navy seized narcotics worth approximately $96 million in two counter-narcotics operations in the Arabian Sea, the military's media wing announced on Wednesday. PNS Yarmook intercepted two dhows, recovering 850kg of ice and 2,000kg of hashish.

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  1. Waleed Aleem 6 days ago

    A significant seizure. It would be good to see transparent reporting on the eventual destruction of these narcotics, to close the loop on this successful operation.

  2. Waleed Aleem 7 days ago

    A commendable operation by the Pakistan Navy. Keeping our maritime routes secure from such large-scale trafficking is a vital service to the country and the region.

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Pakistan Navy seizes narcotics worth $96mn in Arabian Sea operations

Pakistan Navy seized narcotics worth approximately $96 million in two separate counter-narcotics operations in the Arabian Sea, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Pakistan Navy Ship Y

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