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Customs Officials Foil Cocaine Smuggling Attempt at Zayed International Airport

Thu, May 14, 2026(54d ago)UAE

Authorities at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport recently intercepted a passenger attempting to smuggle a significant amount of cocaine into the UAE by concealing the drugs internally. The operation began when observant customs officials noticed suspicious behavior from an African national arriving in the country. Following a series of advanced screening procedures, the suspect was sent to a hospital, where medical imaging confirmed the presence of foreign objects. Doctors successfully extracted 100 capsules containing over 1.4 kilograms of cocaine from the individual, leading to their immediate arrest and referral to legal authorities.

This successful interception highlights the impressive coordination between the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) and the National Anti-Narcotics Authority. By utilizing a combination of sophisticated risk-analysis technology and the keen behavioral insights of trained officers, officials were able to stop the illicit shipment before it could reach the public. The operation serves as a clear demonstration of the UAE's ongoing commitment to strengthening its border security and protecting the community from the dangers of drug trafficking through high-level vigilance and inter-agency cooperation.

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