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JAZAN: Al-Afwaj security patrols in Jazan foiled an attempt to smuggle 22,496 unlicensed medical pills and 3 kg of hashish in Faifa Governorate. The seized narcotics were handed to the relevant authority.

Authorities in Jazan arrested a violator of the border security system, of Ethiopian nationality, for promoting amphetamine. Preliminary procedures have been completed and the offender referred to the competent authority.

Land patrols of the Border Guard in Al-Raboah in the Asir Region led to the arrest of six violators of the border security system, of Ethiopian nationality, for smuggling 120 kg of qat. Preliminary procedures have been completed, and the seized narcotics handed to the relevant authority.

Security authorities call upon citizens and residents to report all available information about any activities related to drug smuggling or selling. They can contact the General Directorate of Narcotics Control by calling 911 in Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Region, or 999 in the other regions. The organization can also be contacted by email.

MAKKAH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority continues its intensive efforts, in preparation for the Hajj season, by implementing training programs and actively participating in joint simulations.

These initiatives are to enhance preparedness and ensure a rapid response to health incidents, safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims.

The authority is playing an active role at the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Center at Mina Hospital to strengthen coordination among relevant government entities and support preventive measures.

The authority organized a workshop in Makkah titled “Food Poisoning.” The workshop provided training on rapid response mechanisms for suspected cases, emphasizing regulatory procedures, the importance of immediate reporting, and coordination between the relevant authorities.

The center is responsible for managing health crises and disasters during the Hajj season, serving as a hub for all related entities to enhance integration, readiness, and all efforts in handling health emergencies, reports, and risk management.