SECURITY — March 25, 2026
Kabul Police Arrest Person with 15,000 Narcotic Bullets
Kabul police in the 4th district arrested a person carrying 15,000 narcotic bullets, the Ministry of Interior announced on X. The suspect will be transferred to judicial authorities after initial investigations amid the Islamic Emirate's ban on narcotics.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Omid Radio — 2 min read
KABUL — The Ministry of Interior announced the arrest of a person in possession of 15,000 narcotic bullets by police in Kabul's 4th district.
The ministry posted on its X account that Kabul police made the arrest and confiscated the items. The suspect will be handed over to judicial authorities after initial investigations, according to the announcement.
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has enforced a strict nationwide ban on all narcotics trade since taking power nearly five years ago. Under this policy, dozens of narcotics factories have been destroyed across the country.
This incident underscores the ongoing security operations targeting narcotics-related activities in the capital.
Read the original reporting at Omid Radio →
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