Did Jordan carry out airstrikes on drug traffickers in Syria? - analysis

Jordan supported Syria's return to the Arab League but at the same time also wants the war-torn country to crack down on the drug trade.

Fighters from the Free Syrian Army are seen in Yadouda area in Daraa, Syria May 29, 2018.

Fighters from the Free Syrian Army are seen in Yadouda area in Daraa, Syria May 29, 2018.

(photo credit: REUTERS/ALAA AL FAQIR)

BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

MAY 8, 2023 12:40

Updated: MAY 8, 2023 21:37

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