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AT Kabul: Taliban counter-narcotics police have dismantled poppy farms covering 180 acres of land and arrested three individuals in a recent operation in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan. The operation, which took place over the past few days in the Kajaki district, is a significant step in the Afghan government’s ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug production and trafficking in the country.
Mullah Ezatullah Haqqani, a spokesman for the provincial police, confirmed the news on Saturday. He stated that the police had successfully destroyed the poppy crops and arrested three suspects who are believed to be involved in the illegal drug trade. The police are continuing their efforts to ensure that no illegal crops are cultivated in the region.
The Afghan interim government, under the leadership of the Taliban, has implemented a strict ban on poppy cultivation, processing, and drug trafficking. This initiative is part of their broader strategy to eradicate the drug menace, which has long been a source of revenue for insurgents and criminal networks operating in the region.
Afghanistan has been one of the largest producers of opium in the world, and the cultivation of poppies has been a major source of livelihood for many farmers in rural areas. However, the government’s crackdown aims to disrupt the drug trade that fuels both domestic and international drug markets, while also ensuring the safety and security of the Afghan population.
The operation in Helmand is a significant move in the government’s commitment to eliminating illegal narcotics production and fighting the scourge of drug trafficking in Afghanistan. The three detainees will face charges related to drug trafficking, according to the police.
This operation is one of many that are expected to take place across the country as the Afghan authorities continue to target drug networks and disrupt the poppy cultivation industry. The authorities have made it clear that they will not allow anyone to engage in illegal drug-related activities.
As Afghanistan works to combat its drug trade, the international community remains closely monitoring the effectiveness of these efforts and the impact they will have on the broader Afghan economy and society.
