West Asia is facing a new conflict along the Syria-Jordan border. It is fighting the rising popularity of Captagon, a highly addictive amphetamine-like drug. Captagon's popularity is rising amid ongoing unrest, with users including taxi drivers, students, militia fighters, and executives, who take it to stay awake and cope with stress. According to The Wall Street Journal, this booming drug trade is worth billions, exacerbating regional issues by funding conflicts and weapon purchases while posing a significant security threat to neighbouring countries.

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