An extensive drug smuggling operation was disrupted in Saudi Arabia as authorities intercepted a consignment containing 1,364,706 Captagon pills at Al-Batha Port in Riyadh.

The discovery was made by inspectors from the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority during a routine examination of the shipment, which was misrepresented as 'air conditioning units.' This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by customs officials in combating drug trafficking within the Kingdom.

The Saudi authorities reiterated their commitment to enhancing customs monitoring processes for both imports and exports, aiming to fortify security measures and safeguard the public from the dangers associated with drug-related offenses.

The incident reflects broader regional and global issues regarding the trafficking of synthetic drugs, particularly the rise in the use of Captagon, a drug that has gained notoriety in Middle Eastern markets.