TEHRAN – Iranian anti-drug police seized about 19 tons of drugs in Tehran in the current Iranian calendar year and arrested 555 smugglers. This ends on March 20th.
Since the beginning of the current year, 207 kilograms of illegal drugs have been found in educational centres and schools with a 500-meter radius, Irib reported.
Also, 1,500 members of the drug trafficking gang and 2,800 online vendors have been arrested. More than 81,000 addicts have also settled in special rehabilitation centres.
Iran’s substantial efforts in the fight against drug trafficking
The United Nations Office for Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has always praised the Iranian government for its substantial efforts and unshakable commitment to its drug trafficking efforts.
Due to its geographical proximity to Afghanistan, the Islamic Republic of Iran serves as both a destination and transport route for illegal drug trafficking, particularly opioids, and recently methamphetamine produced in Afghanistan.
On December 8, 2024, UNODC Iranian country representative, Alexander Fedulov, attended a high-level meeting held at the Drug Management Headquarters (DCHQ) when the Cistan Baluchestan government’s seizure of 2,400 kilograms of methamphetamine was successful.
During the meeting, Brigadier General Ahmad Ali Gordalj, commander of Iran’s border patrol, shared details of a major drug attack in Sistan Balushestan province.
On September 10, 2024, the Iranian military managed to seize 2,400 kilograms of methamphetamine. The operation highlighted the relentless commitment of Iranian border forces. Iran’s border forces are at the forefront of combating drug production and human trafficking, particularly those derived from Afghanistan.
Brigadier General Goudarzi emphasized that the attack reflects the escalating challenges posed by methamphetamine production in the region, as well as the dedication of Iranian border guards, law enforcement and customs officials in addressing the issue.
Federov, on his part, expressed his gratitude to the Iranian authorities for their valuable contributions to this global challenge.
Fedulov highlighted the importance of strengthening regional cooperation and the need for further international support to strengthen collective efforts to combat drug trafficking in West Asia.
Representatives from UNODC Country said the successful operation would be presented to the international community as evidence of Iran’s noble resolve in the fight against drug trafficking and dedication to regional security.
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