Foiling Attempt to Smuggle Oil Derivatives and Arresting Two Boat Crews in Iraqi Waters

The Naval Intelligence Directorate announced the foiling of an attempt to smuggle oil derivatives and the arrest of two boat crews within Iraqi territorial waters, in a specialized security operation that demonstrates the directorate's vigilance and readiness to protect national waters. The directorate explained that the intelligence and security section at Umm Qasr naval base tracked and monitored the movements of two suspicious boats engaged in illegal activities in the maritime area, leading to a security mission that resulted in intercepting the boats, seizing one loaded with oil derivatives, and detaining their crews. The statement confirmed that this operation is part of ongoing efforts to pursue smuggling networks, counter their attempts, enhance the security of territorial waters, and protect national resources from illegal exploitation.