SECURITY — April 8, 2026
Helmand Officials Seize 850 Kilograms of Opium, 4,090 Liters of Acid; Two Arrested
Helmand officials seized 850 kilograms of opium in Khaneshin district along with 4,090 liters of acid during operations and arrested two suspects. The action aligns with the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan's strict anti-narcotics policy since taking power nearly five years ago.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio — 2 min read
Helmand officials reported seizing 850 kilograms of opium in Khaneshin district of the southern province.
During various operations, authorities also confiscated 4,090 liters of acid. Two suspects were arrested in connection with the seizures and will be handed over to judicial organs, according to the province's security command.
The operations underscore the ongoing efforts against narcotics in Helmand, a region long associated with drug production. Since the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan assumed rule nearly five years ago, strict bans on narcotics have been enforced nationwide.
These measures have resulted in the destruction of dozens of drug factories across the country, officials stated. The latest seizures highlight continued crackdowns on opium and related substances used in processing.
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