Syria has emerged as the world’s largest producer of Captagon, an addictive drug with significant economic implications. Following the recent military success of rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, evidence suggests that the drug trade may involve orchestrations from Bashar al-Assad’s regime. As Syria’s new leaders attempt to curb the narcotics trade, they face challenges from a struggling economy and potential vacuum for new criminal enterprises. Experts warn that without addressing drug demand and providing rehabilitation, the Captagon crisis may persist.