The International Drug Trade refers to the global network of illicit drug trafficking, encompassing the production, distribution, and sale of illegal drugs across national borders. This term highlights the involvement of various countries, organized crime groups, and drug cartels in the manufacture and smuggling of drugs, which can include substances such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and cannabis. The international drug trade often leads to significant socio-economic and political implications, including violence, corruption, and public health crises. It is often associated with efforts to combat drug trafficking through law enforcement initiatives, international cooperation, and drug policy reforms.
### Troubling Revelations About Syria's Illicit Captagon Operations Recent visual evidence purportedly reveals a warehouse in Syria crammed with **captagon**, a potent drug that has contributed to Syria's reputation as…