Syrian rebels say they've found proof of Assad's drug manufacturing trade | DW News

As Syria's rebels swept to power, they took control of sites linked to the Assad regime -- including factories that were apparently used to manufacture narcotics. The Assad regime was long accused of financing itself in party by exporting a stimulant drug known as captagon. Damascus denied any involvement in the business, but rebel fighters say they've found proof.

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0:00 The rebels' drugs discovery
2:17 Caroline Rose, New Lines Project

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