Pakistan Navy Ship YARMOOK, deployed in the Arabian Sea, has conducted two successful counter-narcotics operations at extended distances from the Pakistani coast, resulting in the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics, according to an ISPR press release.
During the operations, the naval ship intercepted two dhows and recovered approximately 850kg of Ice and 2,000kg of hashish/cannabis from concealed compartments inside the vessels. The seized narcotics were taken into custody and will be handed over to the relevant authorities for further legal proceedings.
The seized narcotics, valued at approximately US$ 96 million, were taken into custody and will subsequently be handed over to the concerned authorities for further disposal and legal proceedings. These successful operations reflect Pakistan Navy’s sustained presence, vigilance, and unwavering commitment to regional maritime security and the fight against illicit trafficking at sea.