OFAC Program: NARCOTICS
تحریم مواد مخدر
Sanctions program
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View Timeline →114 Kilograms of Drugs Discovered in Melon Shipment by Kermanshah Police
Kermanshah police intercepted a truck transporting melons and found 114 kilograms of drugs hidden within. This operation highlights ongoing challenges in combating drug trafficking in…
Replanting Poppy After 20 Years in Iran / Multi-Billion Dollar Drug Market
Iran is considering reintroducing controlled poppy cultivation for medical purposes after a 20-year hiatus. The former anti-narcotics chief highlights the importance of learning from past…
Acting Friday Prayer Leader of Khorramabad: Cultivation of Narcotics Harms Family Foundations and National Food Security
The acting Friday Prayer Leader of Khorramabad has highlighted the dangers of narcotics cultivation, linking it to addiction and family disintegration. He advocates for a…
Police Forces Deal a Blow to Drug Traffickers in Sistan and Baluchestan
The police in Sistan and Baluchestan have successfully seized over 457 kilograms of drugs in multiple operations. This highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking…
Head of Anti-Narcotics Police in the Capital Announced
The head of Tehran's Anti-Narcotics Police reported the dismantling of a drug distribution network and the seizure of a significant quantity of crystal meth. This…
Undercover Investigation Reveals Alleged Crime Kingpin's Operations in Cambodia
An undercover investigation by 101 East reveals the operations of an alleged crime kingpin in Cambodia, highlighting the extent of his criminal empire. The investigation…
Discovery of 120 Kilograms of Narcotics by Border Guards in Sistan and Baluchestan
Border guards in Sistan and Baluchestan discovered 120 kilograms of narcotics. This operation highlights the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. It…
Governor of Hamadan Emphasizes the Necessity of Preventing Illegal Poppy Cultivation
The governor of Hamadan has stressed the importance of preventing illegal poppy cultivation in the province's agricultural lands due to its implications for drug production…
Iran and Iraq Enhance Cooperation to Combat Drug Trafficking
Iran and Iraq are collaborating to enhance their efforts against drug trafficking by improving intelligence sharing and operational cooperation. This partnership is crucial for both…
Alleged Narco-Trafficker Navpreet Singh Deported from Turkey to India
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the deportation of alleged narco-trafficker Navpreet Singh from Turkey to India. Singh, who had acquired Turkish citizenship under a…
Iranian Police Report 250 Tons of Narcotics Seized in First Half of Year
The Iranian anti-narcotics police have seized over 250 tons of narcotics in the first six months of the current Iranian year, marking a 20 percent…
Gujarat: ATS and ICG Intercept Iranian Vessel with 526 kg of Narcotics Linked to Haji Salim
The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad and the Indian Coast Guard intercepted an Iranian vessel named 'Azad' carrying 526 kg of narcotics, linked to drug kingpin Haji…
Iranian Boat 'Azad' Intercepted with 526 kg Narcotics in Arabian Sea Amid Pakistan-Tamil Nadu Delivery Plan
An Iranian boat named 'Azad' was intercepted in the Arabian Sea carrying 526 kg of narcotics, following intelligence that indicated a delivery plan from Pakistan…
Amit Shah Praises Seizure of 526 kg Narcotics from Iranian Boat in Arabian Sea
Amit Shah, India's Union Home Minister, praised the seizure of 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine from an Iranian boat in the Arabian Sea, emphasizing…
Indian Coast Guard Intercepts Iranian Dhow, Seizes Narcotics Worth Rs 3,000 Crore
The Indian Coast Guard seized 526 kg of narcotics worth over Rs 3,000 crore from an Iranian dhow in the Arabian Sea, following intelligence-led operations.…
Police Deal a Heavy Blow to Drug Traffickers in Sistan and Baluchestan
The police in Sistan and Baluchestan have successfully seized over 468 kilograms of drugs in multiple operations. This effort highlights the ongoing battle against drug…
Implementation of Security and Peace Enhancement Plan in Alborz County
The police in Alborz County have arrested a drug dealer and confiscated a significant amount of narcotics and psychoactive pills. This operation is part of…
US Removes Venezuela from Drug Transit and Production List Amid Policy Shifts
The US has removed Venezuela from its list of countries involved in drug transit and production, citing progress made since the ousting of Maduro. This…
UNODC Highlights Importance of Supporting Iran's Counter-Narcotics Efforts
The UNODC has released a report highlighting the importance of supporting Iran in its fight against narcotics. This support is deemed beneficial not only for…
Violence in Sri Lankan Prisons: 3 Dead, 23 Injured Amid Gang Rivalries
A riot in Sri Lankan prisons resulted in 3 deaths and 23 injuries, attributed to narcotics dealers and gang rivalries. While this incident primarily involves…