04:40Locals in Damascus shared their views on Friday as prices in Syria reached 'indescribable' levels ahead of Eid al-Adha celebrations.
Footage shows shoppers browsing the wares at a local market as vendors sell shoes, garments and popular dishes.
“Every year, the cost of Eid increases. Although last year was better than this, the prices this year are extremely high,” a Damascus resident said.
“The circumstances are getting worse on a daily basis because you are spending more money than you are making,” added a second.
A third local suggested the price hike could be related to Western sanctions imposed on Syria. “if you work, you eat, and if not, you eat nothing,” he said.
According to the United Nations, 90 per cent of Syrians are currently living below the poverty line
Sanctions, along with the depreciation of the Syrian pound, have exacerbated the problem. One US dollar was worth 47 pounds prior to the Civil War, today, 14,000 pounds buys a single dollar.
Since 2011, Syria has been subject to financial, economic, travel, and diplomatic sanctions and restrictions.
These sanctions have been unilaterally imposed by international bodies like the European Union and the Arab League, as well as by countries like the United States of America, Canada, and Australia.
Eid al-Adha is the second Muslim holiday. It is observed for four days, beginning on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, which comes after the day of Arafat`s pause, which is one of the most significant Hajj rituals for Muslims.
'Prices are indescribable' - Damascus residents on rising living costs ahead of Eid al-Adha celebrations
Locals in Damascus shared their views on Friday as prices in Syria reached 'indescribable' levels ahead of Eid al-Adha celebrations.
Footage shows shoppers browsing the wares at a local market as vendors sell shoes, garments and popular dishes.
“Every year, the cost of Eid increases. Although last year was better than this, the prices this year are extremely high,” a Damascus resident said.
“The circumstances are getting worse on a daily basis because you are spending more money than you are making,” added a second.
A third local suggested the price hike could be related to Western sanctions imposed on Syria. “if you work, you eat, and if not, you eat nothing,” he said.
According to the United Nations, 90 per cent of Syrians are currently living below the poverty line
Sanctions, along with the depreciation of the Syrian pound, have exacerbated the problem. One US dollar was worth 47 pounds prior to the Civil War, today, 14,000 pounds buys a single dollar.
Since 2011, Syria has been subject to financial, economic, travel, and diplomatic sanctions and restrictions.
These sanctions have been unilaterally imposed by international bodies like the European Union and the Arab League, as well as by countries like the United States of America, Canada, and Australia.
Eid al-Adha is the second Muslim holiday. It is observed for four days, beginning on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, which comes after the day of Arafat`s pause, which is one of the most significant Hajj rituals for Muslims.
Locals in Damascus shared their views on Friday as prices in Syria reached 'indescribable' levels ahead of Eid al-Adha celebrations.
Footage shows shoppers browsing the wares at a local market as vendors sell shoes, garments and popular dishes.
“Every year, the cost of Eid increases. Although last year was better than this, the prices this year are extremely high,” a Damascus resident said.
“The circumstances are getting worse on a daily basis because you are spending more money than you are making,” added a second.
A third local suggested the price hike could be related to Western sanctions imposed on Syria. “if you work, you eat, and if not, you eat nothing,” he said.
According to the United Nations, 90 per cent of Syrians are currently living below the poverty line
Sanctions, along with the depreciation of the Syrian pound, have exacerbated the problem. One US dollar was worth 47 pounds prior to the Civil War, today, 14,000 pounds buys a single dollar.
Since 2011, Syria has been subject to financial, economic, travel, and diplomatic sanctions and restrictions.
These sanctions have been unilaterally imposed by international bodies like the European Union and the Arab League, as well as by countries like the United States of America, Canada, and Australia.
Eid al-Adha is the second Muslim holiday. It is observed for four days, beginning on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, which comes after the day of Arafat`s pause, which is one of the most significant Hajj rituals for Muslims.