Iraq says seized over 1.5 tons of narcotics in 2026

Apart from internal efforts, twelve external operations have been carried out, alongside the activation of four international liaison points to prevent the entry of illegal substances across borders.

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Iraq seizes over 1 million Captagon pills in major drug bust

The operation was carried out alongside the Sulaimani-based Zanyari Intelligence Service, as well as the province’s anti-narcotics directorate.

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Suwayda condemns Jordanian strikes, denies role as drug hub

Authorities in Syria’s Suwayda province rejected Jordanian airstrikes as uncoordinated and inaccurate, denying allegations that the area is a hub for drugs and weapons, while Jordan said it targeted trafficking networks to protect its borders.

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Over 2,700 arrested on drug charges across Kurdistan Region in 2025: Spox

More than 1,500 of those arrested are suspected dealers or traffickers.

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Iraq says captured ‘dangerous’ internationally-wanted criminal

The suspect is also accused of being connected “outlaw” groups which “have extensive influence within Australia and the Middle East, and are responsible for carrying out killings, shootings, money laundering, fraud, assaults, fire and drug trafficking globally.”

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Iraq, Iran seize 64 kg of drugs in joint security operation

The seizure took place in the Iranian city of Abadan following bilateral security coordination between Iraqi and Iranian counter-narcotics forces.

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Iraq records 88 percent decrease in ‘terror crimes’ in three years

“The rate of terrorist crimes has decreased by 88 percent,” Miqdad Miri, head of media for the interior ministry, said during a Baghdad presser, adding that 222 suspected terrorists have been killed across the country. 

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Iraqi security forces raid Basra crystal meth lab

14 individuals were arrested in the operation effected by the Iraqi National Security Service (INSS).

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Iraqi interior ministry says 6,000 treated in drug rehabilitation centers

Drug treatment centers operated by the interior minsitry feature psychological support, nutrition plans, medical care, sports activities, and vocational training for recovering addicts.

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