Afghan police arrest 8 for drug production, smuggling

Afghan police have arrested eight individuals on charges of production and smuggling of narcotics in northern Afghanistan's Jawzjan province, local media outlet Tolo news reported on Sunday.



According to the report, provincial police conducted targeted operations that led to the arrest of the suspects and the seizure of a significant quantity of illicit drugs, including hashish and heroin. The drugs were reportedly discovered at locations linked to the detained individuals.



The arrests are part of ongoing efforts by Afghan authorities to combat illegal production, trafficking, and distribution of narcotics across the country.