Two young Haredi women from Israel were arrested at Krakow airport after customs officials found approximately 50 kilograms of khat in their luggage. Polish authorities are investigating them on suspicion of attempting to smuggle the substance, which is illegal in Poland.
Two young Haredi women from Israel were arrested at John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice after customs officials discovered approximately 50 kilograms of khat in their luggage, according to reports in Israeli media. Khat (Catha edulis) is a stimulant plant classified as an illegal narcotic in Poland. The two are being held for questioning on suspicion of attempted smuggling and face potential serious charges. The report relies on a single source; no further details have been released by Polish authorities.
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