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Algerian Army thwarts major drug smuggling attempts from Moroccan borders

During the period from October 7 to 13, 2026, the Algerian People's National Army (ANP) reported significant operational achievements. Combined units successfully blocked the entry of over 482 kilograms of cannabis coming from the Moroccan border and seized 368,937 psychotropic tablets, arresting 47 drug traffickers in the process. Anti-terrorism efforts led to the detention of 7 individuals supporting terrorist groups. In other operations across various military regions, security forces neutralized 3 illegal gold miners and detained 385 others, seizing substantial mining equipment and vehicles. Furthermore, maritime and border operations resulted in stopping 291 individuals attempting illegal migration by sea and the apprehension of 592 illegal immigrants of various nationalities, along with the seizure of fuel and hunting rifles.