RASC News Agency: Iranian media has reported that three Afghanistani citizens were apprehended by Iranian border guards at the Dogharun-Islam Qala crossing on charges of drug smuggling. According to Iran’s state news agency, IRNA, during an inspection, it was discovered that the individuals had swallowed 3.5 kilograms of industrial drugs. The commander of the Taibad border regiment confirmed that the Iranian border guards retrieved the heroin from the smugglers’ stomachs. The arrested individuals had concealed 2.94 kilograms of compressed heroin in 135 packets, as well as 624 grams of powdered heroin in 50 packets. These drugs were discovered after the Afghanistani nationals were identified. The report states that the defendants have been handed over to Iran’s judicial authorities for further legal proceedings.
Despite international concerns regarding drug trafficking from Afghanistan, particularly under the control of the Taliban, neighboring countries and regions continue to grapple with this issue. The Taliban group has dismissed these concerns as baseless, while the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) has emphasized the persistent problem of drug trafficking from Afghanistan to the region. In response to this ongoing challenge, various countries have convened meetings to address the issue of drug trafficking since the Taliban assumed power in Afghanistan.
Furthermore, numerous international organizations and foreign nations have expressed their apprehension regarding the issue of drug trafficking originating from Afghanistan soil. However, the Taliban group has consistently refuted these allegations, posing a significant obstacle in effectively addressing this pressing concern.
The issue of drug smuggling from Afghanistan has garnered attention and raised concerns among various international organizations and foreign countries. Despite mounting evidence, the Taliban group has steadfastly denied any involvement, making it increasingly difficult to effectively combat this illicit activity.
