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Syrian Captagon Trade Shifts to Sweida Amid Israeli Support for Local Factions
Jun 08, 2026 08:22 AM CT
Sweida, Syria
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Summary
The illicit captagon trade in Syria has shifted to Sweida following the collapse of the Assad regime, exploiting weak state control. The article notes ongoing Israeli support for local armed factions in the region, which may influence the security dynamics and illicit economy in southern Syria, a key area for Iranian proxy logistics.
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How Syria’s captagon trade shifted to Sweida after Assad’s fall Submitted by Reem Aouir on Thu, 06/04/2026 - 12:50 Once a key smuggling corridor, Sweida has emerged as the drug's new hub in Syria, fuelled by weak state control and ongoing Israeli support for local armed factions A member of the S...
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Providing ongoing support to local armed factions in Sweida.