Dubai Customs thwarted 87 attempts to bring in marijuana oil in the first quarter of 2019.
It's a huge spike from the same period last year, with 36 seizures in 2018.
Authorities say they the illegal substance is used in e-cigarettes and vape pens.
The Smart Customs Baggage Inspection System is devised to help officers identify suspicious baggage at Dubai airports, a top official explained.
Four injured in drone incident near Dubai International Airport
Four people have been injured after two drones fell near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday, the authorities announced, adding that air traffic continued without disruptions.
UAE responds to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran
The UAE's air defence systems announced it is continuing to intercept incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Wednesday.
Dubai extends truck movement permit to March 22
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have extended the 24/7 truck movement permit until the evening of Sunday, March 22.
UAE responds to new wave of missile threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Four people have been injured after two drones fell near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Wednesday, the authorities announced, adding that air traffic continued without disruptions.
The UAE's air defence systems announced it is continuing to intercept incoming missile and drone threats from Iran on Wednesday.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have extended the 24/7 truck movement permit until the evening of Sunday, March 22.
