Lebanese customs at Beirut port confiscated 3.5 tons of narcotics destined for smuggling to Africa, according to a report. The report describes Hezbollah as a drug cartel.
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Lebanese customs at Beirut port announced the confiscation of 3.5 tons of narcotics, which were reportedly destined for smuggling to Africa. The report, which describes Hezbollah as a drug cartel, did not provide specific evidence linking the seizure to the organization. The Zioneer has previously covered US Treasury sanctions targeting Hezbollah fundraising networks and ongoing efforts to curb the group's activities.
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