SECURITY — May 13, 2026
Afghan Forces Seize Smuggled Medical Supplies and Seeds in Torkham
Afghan forces from the 201 Khalid bin Walid unit seized smuggled surgical tools, medicines, and seeds in Torkham, Nangarhar, originating from Pakistan.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hurriyat — 2 min read
Forces from the 201 Khalid bin Walid unit have seized a shipment of smuggled surgical equipment, medicines, and vegetable seeds in the Torkham area of the Momand district in Nangarhar province.
The operation was carried out based on intelligence provided by the second border reconnaissance forces. The seized items were reportedly being smuggled from Pakistan into Afghanistan.
The 201 Khalid bin Walid unit intercepted the goods as part of efforts to secure the border and prevent the illegal transport of medical and agricultural supplies. The operation relied on specific reconnaissance data to identify and seize the smuggled materials in the Torkham region.
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