05/25/2021
https://www.msnbc.com...
"Given our non-normalized state of relations with Iran, how does DOD factor Iran into our regional counter-narcotics strategy?"
"Afghanistan's opium trade that emanates throughout Asia, Europe, and elsewhere is a significant problem that vexes the U.S. Government."
"Iran has a history of projecting its regional influence by strong-arming weaker countries in the region."
"Although Iran has an obvious national interest in fighting the flow of drugs, does the Iranian state profit in any way from the illicit drug trade?"