French and Moroccan security forces have dismantled a major drug trafficking network, seizing 2.7 tons of cannabis resin in a joint operation announced by the French National Gendarmerie on May 28, 2026. The operation, which involved close cooperation between the two countries, targeted a network that had been smuggling drugs from Morocco to France.
The seizure was part of a broader crackdown on drug trafficking routes between North Africa and Europe. According to the Gendarmerie, the operation led to the arrest of several individuals, though specific numbers were not immediately disclosed. The cannabis resin was discovered hidden in a shipment of legal goods, highlighting the sophisticated methods used by traffickers.
This operation underscores the ongoing collaboration between Moroccan and French law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking. Moroccan authorities have been increasingly active in intercepting drug shipments, with several large seizures reported in recent months. The success of this operation is attributed to intelligence sharing and coordinated field actions.
The dismantling of this network is a significant blow to organized crime in the region, though experts caution that drug trafficking remains a persistent challenge. The French Gendarmerie emphasized that such operations are crucial for disrupting supply chains and reducing the availability of illegal drugs in Europe.
