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Too big to bust: A look at Morocco’s $320bn drug industry

The Kingdom is working with European partners in its war on drugs. But with such stellar profits to be made and such keen demand, it has been an uphill battle.

Mohamed Sharki 31, Oct 2024

Lina Jaradat

Egypt’s silent crisis: Child drug addiction

A prevalence of cheap drugs, a lack of awareness, and an inability to detect problems at an early stage are just some of the factors that have created a perfect storm

Maha Al-Gamal 27, Oct 2024

Lina Jaradat

Khat: Yemen’s crutch, chewed ever more in times of war

Synonymous with the country and closely associated with communal Yemeni life, Khat consumption has increased of late, with increasingly harmful effects on the environment, health, and families

Anwar Al-Ansi 26, Oct 2024

Jordan Land Borders a Smuggling Wasteland – A Brewing International Issue

The Jordanian military has been frequently announcing the breakout of armed clashes with smugglers who attempt to smuggle large quantities of drugs and weapons into its territory through the long…

Jiwan Soz 24, Dec 2021

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