Egypt’s Interior Ministry Targets Khat Smuggling and Distribution

Egypt’s Interior Ministry is continuing intensive efforts to track down drug dealers and distributors, with khat among the substances targeted.

The security campaign seeks to counter attempts to smuggle khat into the country and circulate it on the domestic market.

The ministry’s efforts cover both trafficking and distribution as security agencies pursue those involved in the illegal drug trade.

No details were provided on specific arrests, seizures or locations linked to the latest efforts against khat.