Moroccan security forces, in coordination with customs services, thwarted a major international drug trafficking operation at the Tanger-Med port on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The authorities successfully seized 3.9 tonnes of cannabis resin, known locally as chira.
The operation was conducted by elements of the national security service (SΓ»retΓ© Nationale) working jointly with customs officials. The seizure occurred during the evening as the drugs were being prepared for shipment.
This significant interception highlights the ongoing efforts by Moroccan authorities to combat international drug trafficking networks that utilize the country's strategic port infrastructure. Tanger-Med is one of the largest and busiest ports in Africa.
No further details regarding arrests or the intended destination of the shipment were immediately released by the authorities following the operation.
