concept   narcotic
culture   Middle Eastern countries
statement   Opium has historical medicinal use, but narcotics are strictly prohibited in Middle Eastern countries according to Islamic law.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 narcotic Middle Eastern countries Opium and its derivatives, such as heroin, have been historically cultivated and used for medicinal and traditional purposes. 1
2 narcotic Middle Eastern countries Narcotics are strictly prohibited and considered haram (forbidden) in Islamic law, and are subject to severe punishment. 1