SECURITY — June 16, 2026
Four arrested, 231 kilograms of opium seized in Ghazni
The shipment was hidden in two vehicles and intercepted at the Rawza-i-Kotal checkpoint near Ghazni city.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Pajhwok — corroborated by Bakhtar News — 2 min read
Security forces in Ghazni province arrested four individuals and seized 231 kilograms of opium that was being smuggled from Balkh to Helmand.
The drugs were hidden in two vehicles stopped at the Rawza-i-Kotal checkpoint near Ghazni city. One weapon was also recovered during the operation carried out by highway protection forces.
Read the original reporting at Pajhwok →
Reliability assessment
Core event corroborated by two independent outlets (Pajhwok, Bakhtar News) with consistent details on arrests, quantity seized, vehicles, and checkpoint location.
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Where reports agree
- Four suspects arrested and 231kg of opium seized in Ghazni
- Seizure occurred at Rawza-i-Kotal checkpoint near Ghazni city
- Drugs originated in Balkh and were destined for Helmand
- One weapon also seized
Filed by 2 outlets
Pajhwok
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Bakhtar News
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Reported straight
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Security — Ghazni, opium seizure, narcotics smuggling, Ghazni police, Balkh, Helmand
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