Jordan foils drug smuggling attempt using guided balloons

Jordanian forces have thwarted a drug smuggling attempt involving guided balloons, according to the Jordanian Armed Forces. Border Guard units in the Eastern Military Zone detected the balloons approaching Jordanian territory and successfully brought them down. The forces, in collaboration with security and military agencies, the Anti-Narcotics Department, and the seizure of the narcotics, subsequently handed over the confiscated items to the appropriate authorities for legal proceedings.

The armed forces pledged to continue their efforts in countering infiltration and smuggling attempts, including those employing innovative methods and equipment, to safeguard Jordan's security, stability, and sovereignty.