Syrian Forces Intercept Weapons, Drugs Bound for Hezbollah in Lebanon
[Damascus] – Syrian security forces, under the new administration, seized large quantities of weapons and drugs within the past 24 hours in the Sarghaya region of rural Damascus. These illicit items were reportedly prepared for smuggling into Lebanon.
A security source, speaking to The Media Line on condition of anonymity for security reasons, stated that authorities received intelligence regarding a group in Sarghaya in possession of weapons, ammunition, and drugs intended for transport to Lebanon.
According to the source, security personnel confiscated several assault rifles and a significant quantity of drugs before the items could reach Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon.
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The Syrian Ministry of Interior confirmed that border security forces are fully prepared to combat any smuggling operations across the Syria-Lebanon border. The Ministry emphasized that its teams remain on high alert 24/7 to counter the trafficking of weapons and narcotics.
While arms and drug smuggling have declined since Hezbollah’s downfall following its conflict with Israel and the collapse of the Assad regime, recent reports suggest the group may be resuming its illicit activities. Hezbollah has struggled with the loss of vital supply routes, including its Syrian corridor, which previously facilitated the transfer of weapons from Iran.
Just a week ago, the Syrian Interior Ministry announced the interception of another shipment of weapons allegedly destined for Hezbollah. According to media sources from the Ministry, the General Directorate of Border Security seized the shipment on one of the smuggling routes along the Syrian-Lebanese border.
The new Syrian administration, led by interim President Ahmad Al-Sharaa, faces numerous internal and border challenges, particularly in combating the smuggling of arms and drugs. Until just two and a half months ago, Syria was one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of narcotics.
The interim government has pledged not to be a source of concern or instability for neighboring countries or the international community. Instead, it aspires to foster peaceful and respectful relations with all parties.
On December 8, 2024, Syrian opposition forces, along with Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, declared the overthrow of the previous regime and full control over Syria. Former President Bashar Assad reportedly fled to Moscow, where he was granted humanitarian asylum.
