Dubai Customs have foiled a traveller's attempt to smuggle over 7 kg of marijuana through the airport by hiding them inside breakfast cereal bags.
Inspectors at Terminal 1 discovered unusual dark substances within the passenger's bags and further inspections led them to the drugs.
The suspect has been handed over to the General Directorate of Anti-Narcotics at Dubai Police for legal proceedings.
UAE expresses concern over military escalation in Sudan
The UAE has expressed deep concern over the continued military escalation by the two warring parties in several areas of Sudan, including El Obeid, and the impact on civilians and the worsening humanitarian situation.
UAE steps up relief aid for Lebanon
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE is sending humanitarian aid to people affected by the ongoing crisis in Lebanon through the UAE Aid Agency.
UAE, Lebanese Presidents discuss bilateral ties and regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to discuss ways to strengthen ties between the two countries.
UAE welcomes US-brokered Lebanon-Israel framework agreement
The UAE has welcomed the announcement of a framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel, praising the diplomatic efforts of US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in helping secure the deal.
