The Algerian Ministry of National Defense announced its operational results for the period from September 23 to 29, 2026, highlighting efforts to combat terrorism, organized crime, smuggling, and illegal immigration. According to the ministry, joint military units, in coordination with various security services, successfully intercepted 42 drug traffickers and foiled the smuggling of 4 tons and 91 kilograms of cannabis resin across the Moroccan border.
In addition to the significant seizure of cannabis resin, the Algerian military also confiscated 609,661 psychotropic pills during operations across different military zones. These efforts are part of a broader campaign to combat organized crime, which has been a priority for the Algerian authorities. The military's actions have been focused on disrupting and dismantling networks involved in the smuggling and trafficking of narcotics.
The Algerian military has also been actively engaged in counter-terrorism efforts, arresting four individuals accused of supporting terrorist groups during separate operations across the country. These arrests reflect the ongoing threat posed by terrorist organizations and the Algerian military's commitment to addressing this issue.
In a further crackdown on illegal activities, military units arrested 113 people and seized 31 vehicles, 123 generators, and 86 pneumatic hammers, as well as quantities of raw gold and stones and equipment used in unauthorized gold prospecting. These seizures indicate the diverse nature of the military's operations, which aim to curb a range of illicit activities.
The Algerian military also reported success in combating illegal immigration, with coast guards thwarting attempts at irregular migration along the national coastlines and rescuing 138 individuals on board traditional boats. Furthermore, military units detained 622 illegal migrants of various nationalities across the country during the same period.
The seizures and arrests made by the Algerian military also included the confiscation of two pistols, two machine guns, and six hunting rifles, along with 25,580 liters of fuel and 16 quintals of tobacco. These finds highlight the breadth of the military's operations against smuggling and organized crime.
The Algerian Ministry of National Defense's operations underscore the country's commitment to regional security and stability. The efforts to combat terrorism, drug trafficking, and illegal immigration reflect the complex security challenges facing Algeria and its proactive response to addressing them.
Key points
- Algerian military units seized 4 tons of cannabis resin and 609,661 psychotropic pills in operations along the Moroccan border and across the country.
- The military arrested 42 drug traffickers and four individuals accused of supporting terrorist groups during the period.
- Coast guards thwarted attempts at irregular migration, rescuing 138 individuals and detaining 622 illegal migrants of various nationalities.
