Al Jazeera Probe: Pregabalin Trafficking Surges in Yemen, Millions of Capsules Seized

An Al Jazeera investigation documents the diversion of pregabalin, a prescription neuropathic pain drug, into illicit markets and smuggling networks across Yemen, with millions of capsules seized. The report highlights regulatory gaps and limited treatment access, indicating a growing public health and security concern amid ongoing conflict. The scale of trafficking and its links to militant financing remain unquantified.

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