JEDDAH: The Saudi authorities foiled several attempts to smuggle about 5 million Captagon pills and a ton of hashish in separate operations at the southern and northern borders on Sunday.
In the first operation, customs officials in the northwestern border of Halat Amar managed to foil an attempt to smuggle into the Kingdom 4,839,000 Captagon pills and 349.7 grams of hashish hidden inside a vehicle.
“We found the narcotic substances hidden in different parts of the vehicle,” said Khalid Al-Romaih, the director-general of Halat Amar customs.
“They were distributed and hidden in the doors’ cavities, inside the reserve tire, and inside the vehicle’s mattresses.
“In addition to that, an iron net was placed in the vehicle’s ceiling underneath a cloth used as a disguise.”
Traffickers caught smuggling tons of drugs into Saudi Arabia
Traffickers caught smuggling tons of drugs into Saudi Arabia
Jazan Festival highlights Fifa’s local heritage
JAZAN: The Fifa governorate pavilion at the Jazan Festival offers visitors a vivid glimpse into the region’s local heritage, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Part of the “This is Jazan” event at Cultural Street until Feb. 15, the pavilion reflects the area’s cultural identity and rich traditions.
It showcases daily life through traditional clothing, handicrafts, coffee-making tools, and heritage artifacts, highlighting the diversity of local crafts.
The pavilion also features models of agricultural terraces and mountain villages, illustrating Fifa’s distinctive natural environment, the SPA reported.
It has drawn large crowds eager to learn about traditional attire and social customs, with staff providing explanations.
Live demonstrations turn visits into interactive experiences, deepening visitors’ connection to the region’s spirit.
Organizers said Fifa’s participation highlights its heritage and raises awareness of its value in the region’s cultural landscape.
