Brigadier General Hojjat Safaipour, the commander of the Khuzestan Border Guard, announced the discovery of over 2 million liters of smuggled fuel in the northern waters of the Persian Gulf and the international Arvand waterway this year. These operations are part of the ongoing efforts of the Border Guard to combat fuel smuggling and protect the national resources of the country.
Details of the Smuggled Cargo Discovery
According to Brigadier General Safaipour, a total of 2 million and 177 thousand and 492 liters of smuggled fuel have been discovered and seized during border missions. In this regard, 445 individuals have been arrested, and 149 vehicles and 140 vessels have been confiscated. The monetary value of these seized cargoes is estimated by experts to exceed 3 trillion and 266 billion rials.
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The Importance of Monitoring Water Borders
Brigadier General Safaipour emphasized the importance of monitoring the province's water borders, noting that combating fuel smuggling and dealing with the illegal transfer of petroleum products are among the main missions of the Border Guard. These actions will continue in line with protecting national assets and ensuring sustainable security in the northern waters of the Persian Gulf and the international Arvand waterway.
The Khuzestan Border Guard is always striving to secure the borders and prevent illegal activities. These actions demonstrate the determination and will of the law enforcement forces in fighting fuel smuggling and preserving national resources.
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