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Mohammad Shabani is a Syrian writer and researcher based in Germany. He focuses on political economy, social transformations, and Middle Eastern affairs. His work has appeared in Arabic and international platforms.
(7 comments) SHARE Thursday, May 29, 2025 Why Syria's Captagon Trade Didn't Die with Assad
This article examines the persistence of Syria's Captagon trade after the fall of the Assad regime. It outlines key factors behind the drug's continued production and smuggling, arguing that the regime was a key player--but not the whole system.