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Kuwait smashes history's largest drug bust, seizing KD 150 million Lyrica haul
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Kuwait smashes history's largest drug bust, seizing KD 150 million Lyrica haul

From Arab Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kuwait authorities have seized approximately five tons of raw powder for producing Lyrica and nearly four million finished capsules.
  • The haul, with an estimated street value of KD 150 million ($485.9 million), is described as the largest drug bust in the country's history.
  • The operation also uncovered a fully equipped factory for producing the psychoactive substance and machinery for packaging.

Kuwait has announced the successful execution of what Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef declared the largest drug seizure in the nation's history. The operation, conducted on Tuesday, yielded approximately five tons of raw powder intended for the production of Lyrica, alongside nearly four million pre-packaged capsules ready for distribution.

the seized drugs had an estimated street value of around KD 150 million ($485.9 million).

— Sheikh Fahd Al-YousefStating the estimated street value of the confiscated narcotics.

The confiscated narcotics possess an estimated street value of KD 150 million, equivalent to $485.9 million. Authorities also discovered a fully operational factory dedicated to manufacturing the psychoactive substance, complete with machinery used for filling and packaging the capsules. This discovery highlights the sophisticated nature of drug trafficking operations within the region.

the scale of the seizure reflected the magnitude of the threat that had been thwarted through the vigilance of anti-narcotics personnel and intensified security efforts to combat drug trafficking.

— Sheikh Fahd Al-YousefExplaining the significance of the bust in combating drug trafficking.

Sheikh Fahd emphasized that the magnitude of this seizure underscores the significant threat that has been averted. He credited the success to the vigilance of anti-narcotics personnel and intensified security efforts aimed at combating drug trafficking. The operation serves as a testament to Kuwait's commitment to eradicating illicit drug trade.

the national campaign was more than an awareness initiative, describing it as a message that protecting Kuwait’s youth is a collective responsibility.

— Sheikh Fahd Al-YousefDescribing the purpose of the national anti-drug awareness campaign.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the national anti-drug awareness campaign, "A Homeland That Protects You," Sheikh Fahd framed the initiative as more than just an awareness program. He described it as a clear message that safeguarding Kuwait's youth is a shared responsibility, extending beyond law enforcement to encompass the entire society. He warned that the pervasive danger of drugs poses a threat not only to individuals but also to families, the broader community, and the nation's future.

the danger posed by drugs extends beyond individuals to families, society and the future of the country.

— Sheikh Fahd Al-YousefWarning about the far-reaching consequences of drug abuse.
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Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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