The Central Bank of Syria has decided to issue new banknotes by dropping two zeros from the current currency. This step aims to rectify the economic collapse following the war that began in 2011.

Before the war, 1 dollar was worth 50 Syrian pounds, but today this figure has reached 10,000 pounds. This situation causes significant difficulties for the public in daily shopping.

It has been reported that an agreement has been made with Russia for the printing of new banknotes. However, experts also express that this decision carries a political message.

Long queues have formed in front of ATMs in Syria. Due to the liquidity crisis, the public is struggling to withdraw cash.

As economic difficulties increase, 90% of the population lives below the poverty line. The new government is making intense diplomatic efforts to lift sanctions.

The use of the Turkish lira in Syria is also noteworthy. Old Turkish lira banknotes are widely circulated in Syria.