On June 12, 2026, Algerian customs officials in Naâma province, near the border with Morocco, intercepted a significant drug shipment. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 98 kilograms of processed cannabis, commonly known as kif.
The contraband was discovered hidden in a vehicle during a routine checkpoint. The driver attempted to flee but was apprehended by security forces. The suspect is currently in custody, and an investigation is underway.
This seizure is part of ongoing efforts by Algerian authorities to combat drug trafficking along the western border. The region has seen several similar operations in recent months, highlighting the persistent challenge of cross-border narcotics smuggling.
