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Qatar customs find hashish hidden in candy wrappers

A passenger arriving at Hamad International Airport was stopped with 1.5 kilograms of hashish and 370 grams of methamphetamine concealed in candy wrappers and sweets. The General Authority of Customs said officers found the contraband during a luggage inspection and referred it to the authorities. The seizure was announced on 3 September 2026.[1][2]

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References

  1. The Peninsula — Qatar Customs foils attempt to smuggle hashish, shabu hidden in candy wrappers (3 September 2026)Lead and seizure figuresarchived
  2. Qatar Tribune — Customs foil drug smuggling attempt at Hamad International Airport (3 September 2026)Leadarchived

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