Hajjah: The Department of Narcotics Control in the security of the Hajjah Governorate organized an awareness event on the International Day of Narcotics Control under the slogan "Drug Trade destroying the health, security and morals of society." In the event, the Director of the Governorate Security, Brigadier Hassan Al Qasimi, highlighted the extensive efforts made by the security services in combating drugs that specifically target the West, as well as the Arab and Islamic nations, including Yemen.
According to Yemen News Agency, Brigadier Al Qasimi emphasized the ongoing struggle between faith and polytheism, asserting that after their military setbacks, adversaries have resorted to drug warfare against the Arab and Islamic peoples, particularly targeting Yemenis. He underscored the necessity of raising societal awareness about the dangers of drugs, which can lead nations away from their beliefs, religion, and principles. He further noted the importance of community involvement in combating drug-related issues.
The event was attended by several notable figures, including the Assistant Director of Security Colonel Qasim Qawara, Colonel Hizam Badr, and various leaders of security units. During the event, Lt. Col. Muhammad Al-Ahumoumi, Director of the Drug Enforcement Administration at the Governorate Security, stressed the significance of observing the International Day for Narcotics Control. He pointed out the need to raise awareness about the dangers and negative effects of drugs on individuals and society and to strengthen efforts to combat these issues.
Lt. Col. Al-Ahumoumi highlighted the enemy's attempts to destabilize society through moral degradation and the spread of drugs, which lead to other societal crimes. He mentioned the increasing quantities of seized drugs as evidence of systematic targeting aimed at undermining the ideological, mental, and moral fabric of society, as well as compromising security and stability.
He reported that during the past year, authorities seized 212 kilograms of hashish, 55,631 pills, and 14 grams of Shabu in 31 operations, resulting in the arrest of 57 suspects.