Syrian Authorities Destroy Over 1 Million Captagon Pills: A Move Against the Narco-State Legacy
On December 25, 2024, Syrian authorities burned approximately one million Captagon pills, along with other drugs such as cannabis and the painkiller tramadol, in Damascus.
This action marks a significant shift from the regime of ousted President Bashar al-Assad, under which Syria became a major producer and exporter of Captagon, turning the country into a narco-state.
Captagon, an amphetamine-type stimulant, was widely produced during Assad’s rule and became a significant export commodity.
The new authorities, following the fall of the Assad regime, are actively working to dismantle the drug trade and restore order.
The burning of these drugs is part of broader efforts to combat the narcotics trade, which had been a substantial part of Syria’s economy under the previous regime.
The new leadership aims to eliminate the drug trade and restore order to the country.
This development is a significant step in Syria’s transition and efforts to rebuild the nation after years of conflict.
