'Israel protects the last stronghold of drug traffickers in Syria'
Le Monde · 7 Jun 2026

'Israel protects the last stronghold of drug traffickers in Syria'

Israel's intervention in southern Syria has played into the hands of drug traffickers, forcing Jordan to carry out airstrikes to stem the flow of captagon into its territory, writes historian Jean-Pierre Filiu.


AI Translated Summary:
Israel's actions in southern Syria have inadvertently supported drug trafficking operations, leading Jordan to respond with airstrikes to combat the influx of captagon. This situation highlights the complex interplay between regional security and illicit trade.


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