Ammon News - The Eastern Military Zone thwarted an attempt to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics using guided balloons early Thursday morning, after detecting them as they attempted to cross the border into Jordanian territory.

Border Guard units spotted the balloons within their area of responsibility, intercepted them, and brought them down inside Jordanian territory. The narcotics carried by the balloons were seized in coordination with security and military agencies and the Anti-Narcotics Department.

The seized materials were referred to the relevant authorities to take the necessary legal action.

The Jordan Armed Forces – Arab Army affirmed that they will not tolerate any attempts targeting the Kingdom's security and borders.

It added that Border Guard units will continue carrying out their duties with determination and capability, taking firm action against infiltration and smuggling attempts to safeguard the country's security, stability, and the safety of its citizens.