SECURITY — June 13, 2026

Border Police Arrest One Person for Smuggling 409,200 Dollars at Islam Qala Port

The Ministry of Interior Affairs said investigations are ongoing following the arrest at the border crossing.

The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio2 min read

Border Police Arrest One Person for Smuggling 409,200 Dollars at Islam Qala Port
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Afghan border police arrested one individual at the Islam Qala port in Herat province.

The Ministry of Interior Affairs said the person was attempting to smuggle 409,200 US dollars out of the country.

Investigations with the arrested person are ongoing, according to the ministry.

Read the original reporting at Omid Radio

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