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Syrian Rebels Seize Millions of Captagon Pills from Largest Drug Warehouse at Fourth Division Headquarters
Dec 11, 2024, 09:36 AM
Syrian opposition forces have seized a significant cache of Captagon pills, with millions discovered at the headquarters of the Fourth Division, previously led by Maher al-Assad, the brother of ousted President Bashar al-Assad. This operation marks a critical blow to the Assad regime's drug trafficking network, as the warehouse was identified as one of the largest facilities for producing and distributing Captagon, a synthetic drug. The discovery highlights the ongoing challenges in Syria, where the Assad family has been implicated in extensive drug trade operations, contributing to regional instability. Captagon, known for its stimulant effects, has been associated with various conflicts in the region and is often referred to as a 'jihad drug' due to its widespread use among combatants. The seizure represents a significant step in efforts to dismantle the drug trade linked to the Assad regime.
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