In October of this year, the State Border Service (SBS) successfully pursued measures to ensure reliable protection of the state border, combating smuggling, illegal migration, and illicit drug trafficking.
Sea-news.az reports citing the SBS press center, that comprehensive counter-measures were executed during the month to neutralize unmanned aerial vehicles attempting to transport narcotics and precursor chemicals into the country.
A total of 46 individuals were detained for violating the state border, including 26 citizens of Afghanistan, 6 of Azerbaijan, 5 of Pakistan, 2 of Turkey, 2 of Morocco, 2 of Algeria, 2 of Palestine, and 1 of Iran.
As part of efforts against illegal migration, 8 individuals attempting to cross the border using forged passports, falsified date stamps, or documents belonging to third parties were apprehended.
Additionally, 509 individuals were detained for administrative violations of the border regime, with appropriate legal measures enforced.
In law enforcement operations, 316 wanted fugitives were apprehended and handed over to relevant authorities. Furthermore, 775 individuals subject to travel bans were prevented from leaving the country, while 35 individuals barred from entering Azerbaijan were turned back at the border.
Anti-narcotics operations resulted in the seizure of 472 kilograms 225 grams of illicit drugs alongside 16,615 psychoactive pills.
“Comprehensive operations aimed at maintaining the robust protection of our state borders continue uninterrupted,” the statement emphasized.
