Ebrahim Raisi, the President of Iran, has allocated three billion euros to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran for border obstruction.

Majid Mirahmadi, Iran’s Deputy Minister of Interior, highlighted that routes used for human and arms trafficking, including the Afghanistan border, are a priority according to this plan.

According to Iranian media reports, Mirahmadi emphasised that border obstruction entails a comprehensive plan implemented in several layers, including fences, walls, and intelligent border control systems.

He mentioned that Raisi has endorsed the border obstruction plan and has instructed the armed forces to commence the process within five years with this budget.

This Iranian interior ministry official stated that Iran is fortifying its borders to enhance security and deter human and arms trafficking.

Mirahmadi pointed out that more than USD 20 billion worth of smuggled goods enter or leave Iran annually.

He stressed that addressing drug trafficking and insecurities in Iran can all be tackled through fundamental investment in border security measures.