Syria's illegal drug empire
The Global Story
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This chapter examines the influence of the drug trade in Syria after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, focusing on the new rebel leadership's commitment to combat narcotics, especially Captagon production. It highlights the challenges of dismantling a deeply rooted criminal network and considers the ramifications for Syria's stability and governance.
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