Algerian Army operations lead to major drug seizures and interception of illegal migration

According to the Ministry of National Defense, joint operations by the People's National Army and security services between November 4 and 10 have resulted in significant successes against criminal networks. Authorities arrested 38 drug traffickers and intercepted 288 kilograms of cannabis originating from the Moroccan border, alongside 5 kilograms of cocaine and over 391,000 hallucinogenic pills. In efforts to curb illegal gold mining, 284 individuals were detained, and equipment including 22 vehicles, metal detectors, and power generators were confiscated. Additional operations led to the arrest of 11 others and the seizure of firearms, fuel, and smuggled food supplies. Regarding maritime security, coast guards rescued 135 individuals from illegal migrant boats, while 264 illegal migrants of various nationalities were apprehended across the country.