The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Archive: Caroline Rose on Syria’s Role in the Captagon Trade
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Dec 29, 2024 Caroline Rose, an expert on the Captagon trade and researcher at the New Lines Institute, delves into Syria's burgeoning role in the global Captagon market. She explains the drug's transformation from a pharmaceutical to an illicit commodity amid the civil war's chaos. The discussion uncovers the Assad regime's involvement in this trade and its implications for regional security. Rose also highlights the economic impact on youth in the Middle East and the intricate connections with Hezbollah and international law enforcement efforts.
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Captagon's Rise in the Levant
- Captagon, a narcotic, is increasingly associated with the Levant region.
- This has raised concerns due to its growing presence and potential implications.
Captagon's Evolution
- Captagon, initially a pharmaceutical drug, was later banned and moved to the Middle East.
- Its formula has evolved, now containing potentially harmful ingredients.
Captagon Demand
- Captagon demand is high in the Middle East, particularly among Saudi youth and those facing economic hardship.
- It's perceived as a softer drug and used recreationally or to cope with economic strain.