KUWAIT CITY, May 14: The Criminal Court sentenced five Iranians to death for smuggling 176 kilograms of hashish by sea. Officers from the Drug Control General Department (DCGD) and the Coast Guard at the Interior Ministry arrested the Iranians. They were then referred to the Public Prosecution, where they confessed during interrogation that they smuggled the drugs for trafficking. Case files indicate that the DCGD officers apprehended the defendants as they entered Kuwaiti territorial waters on a ‘Duba’ boat carrying 13 bags containing the seized drugs.

By Jaber Al-Hamoud
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff 

KUWAIT CITY, May 14: As part of the Ministry of Interior’s ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace, the Criminal Security Sector, represented by the General Department for Combating Narcotics, in coordination with the General Administration of Customs, successfully seized a shipment at Shuwaikh Port. The shipment, which originated from another country, contained approximately 110 kilograms of hashish concealed within marble slabs.

Following thorough investigations and intensive inspection of the shipment, authorities arrested two suspects: Radi Matar Al-Muhammad, a Syrian national, and Dhari Abdullah Shaman, a Bedoun (Stateless) with Eritrean nationality. The two individuals allegedly conspired with a Saudi national, Khaled Walid, in an attempt to smuggle the shipment out of Kuwait.

Additionally, a search of one suspect’s residence led to the discovery of 6,000 Captagon pills, 5 grams of methamphetamine (Shabu), and an electronic scale used for preparing and distributing narcotics. The suspects have been referred to the relevant authorities for legal action.

The Ministry of Interior reiterates its commitment to monitoring and apprehending anyone attempting to compromise national security or engage in the trafficking or promotion of narcotics. The ministry emphasizes that its security forces will take all necessary legal measures to combat drug-related crimes and protect society from this dangerous threat.

KUWAIT CITY, May 14: As part of its ongoing efforts to combat the smuggling and distribution of narcotics and alcohol, the Ministry of Interior—through the Criminal Security Sector—has successfully apprehended three Asian nationals involved in a major smuggling operation. According to the General Department for Drug Control, the suspects were caught in possession of 1,120 bottles of imported alcohol. The contraband was concealed and smuggled into the country through a seaport using sophisticated methods. The suspects, along with the seized items, have been referred to the relevant authorities for legal action. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to continuing intensive security campaigns aimed at arresting smugglers and traffickers, and to taking firm action against anyone who threatens the safety and security of society.