Lebanon thwarts attempt to smuggle Captagon pills into Kuwait

Lebanese Minister of Interior and Municipalities Ahmad Hajjar commended the efforts of airport security officials after four Turkish nationals were arrested at Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport on Friday.

The arrests were carried out by the Airport Inspection Unit of the Internal Security Forces’ Security Unit for Embassies, Administrations, and Public Institutions, reports Al-Rai daily.

The suspects were stopped in the VIP lounge as they prepared to board a flight to Kuwait. Authorities discovered around 20 kilograms of Captagon pills hidden inside belts strapped around their waists.

Hajjar confirmed that investigations are underway under the supervision of the competent judiciary authorities.

The Ministry of Interior reiterated its firm commitment to combating drug and contraband smuggling, emphasizing that the issue remains a top priority in order to protect both Lebanese society and the societies of partner countries.

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