Syrian authorities arrested three individuals suspected of smuggling drugs from Lebanon, according to a statement by the Drug Enforcement Department. The operation took place in the Damascus Countryside province. The suspects were apprehended following extensive surveillance.
During the raids, officials recovered 200,000 narcotics pills, 61 kilograms of hashish, and 2 kilograms of marijuana. The seized drugs were found in two separate operations. The suspects are now under further investigation.
Drug trafficking between Syria and Lebanon has been a growing concern in recent years. Border regions remain vulnerable to cross-border smuggling activities. The Syrian government has intensified efforts to combat illegal drug trade. This latest operation highlights the ongoing challenge of controlling drug flows from Lebanon into Syria. The seized narcotics underscore the scale of the issue. Authorities continue to monitor and target smuggling networks.
