On May 6, 2026, the Algerian National People's Army (ANP) announced the interception of a significant drug shipment near the western borders, according to a statement from the Ministry of National Defense. The operation, conducted by a combined force of border guards and customs officers, resulted in the seizure of 1,200 kilograms of kif traité, a processed cannabis resin.
The drugs were discovered hidden in a truck attempting to cross into Algeria from Morocco, a major source of cannabis in the region. The driver, a Moroccan national, was arrested and is being held for investigation. The seizure is part of ongoing efforts by Algerian authorities to combat drug trafficking along the porous western frontier.
This operation follows a series of similar interceptions in recent months, highlighting the persistent challenge of drug smuggling in the area. The ANP has intensified patrols and surveillance, using advanced technology to detect hidden compartments and contraband. The Ministry of National Defense praised the vigilance of the security forces involved.
The kif traité, valued at an estimated 120 million Algerian dinars (approximately $900,000), was destined for distribution in Algerian cities. Authorities have not disclosed the specific destination or network behind the shipment, but investigations are ongoing to dismantle the trafficking ring.
