Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi National Security Service (INSS) announced today, Wednesday (August 27, 2025), a series of significant security operations across several provinces that resulted in the seizure of large quantities of smuggled goods and illicit materials. These operations, conducted with full judicial approval, target violations of legal and safety standards.

In Anbar province, the Ports Security Directorate, in coordination with the Anbar Security Directorate, seized two vehicles carrying 48 tons of chicken that were illegally imported from banned sources. The drivers were arrested and handed over to judicial authorities. In a separate operation, the service intercepted two large vehicles carrying 3,640 cartons of banned food items, arresting three suspects and transferring all seized goods to the relevant authorities.

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