VOICED : Frugal Ramadan for cash strapped Damascenes

In Damascus, volunteers prepare meals for poor families during Ramadan, doubling their efforts due to the civil war's impact. The economic crisis has forced Syrians to adapt their cooking habits, with the Syrian pound losing significant value. Displaced families face challenges preparing Iftar, and a cooking show now offers affordable recipes. Pastry vendors have also adjusted ingredients to cope with price hikes. The United Nations reports that a large portion of the population lives below the poverty line.

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