Syrians Face Soaring Prices as Post-Assad Recovery Is Tested
Fuel price rises are adding to discontent among Syrians, according to a BBC report. The anger is testing public support for Ahmed al-Sharaa's government as the country tries to recover. Rising costs are hitting many families hard.
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Context: Bashar al-Assad was removed from power in late 2024, and Ahmed al-Sharaa now leads Syria's new government while rebuilding an economy hurt by years of war. Fuel and food costs are a key test of public trust.
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