Two Ministry of Defense workers, one from the Ministry of Interior, and four Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority staff members among the people arrested in relation to the networks Three foreign nationals—residents from Syria and Yemen —were also taken under custody. After all the legal processes were finished, the arrested people were referred to the Public Prosecution.

Through main routes of access into the kingdom, King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Farasan Island in Jazan, these people were discovered to be involved in smuggling and trafficking illegal drugs, including amphetamine tablets and hashish. Following reliable intelligence on the illicit operations, the police were able to trace and monitor the drug smuggling activities. The operation resulted in the quick collapse of criminal networks as well as member arrests for guilt.

With regard especially to the rising problem of drug-related crimes, the Ministry of Interior underlined the need of preserving the security and stability of the nation. The authorities underlined their will to face anyone trying to compromise Saudi Arabia 's people's safety and security. The Ministry underlined that the security forces are still alert against all kinds of criminal activity, notably those meant to compromise the security of the country and jeopardize the welfare of its people and residents, especially its young, by means of the drug distribution.

The operation reminds us very strongly of Saudi Arabia's strong will to fight drug trafficking and smuggling. The fact that government workers participate in these illicit operations emphasizes the gravity of the issue as these people had positions of trust and obligation. The authorities have made it quite evident that anyone, from all walks of life, who participates in criminal activity endangering national security will be sought for and answerable under the most strict legal standards.

This effective operation also emphasizes the continuous attempts of Saudi Arabia's law enforcement departments to improve their alertness and boost cooperation in the battle against drug-related crimes. To stop the illegal drugs from spreading inside the nation and to discourage any future attempts to transport drugs into Saudi Arabia, the authorities keep enhancing its intelligence-gathering and security policies.

Growing worry in many countries worldwide, Saudi Arabia's administration is nevertheless dedicated to preserving public order and shielding its people from the terrible effects of narcotics. The security authorities want to not only remove immediate hazards but also convey a clear message that drug trafficking will not be accepted by aggressively upsetting these criminal activities and arresting individuals engaged. The dedication to combat such crimes fits Saudi Arabia's larger initiatives to maintain the rule of law, provide public safety, and guarantee a stable surroundings for all of its citizens.

This operation marks a significant turning point in the country's continuous fight against the drug trade and indicates that Saudi Arabia would keep acting pro-actively to preserve the welfare of its people and keep the stability of its society.

Saudi Arabia: Seven officials arrested in drug network dismantling operation

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