Following the ousting of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, bread prices have skyrocketed, exacerbating the already dire economic situation in Syria where over 90% of the population lives in poverty. Residents of Damascus are struggling to access basic necessities, and humanitarian aid is urgently needed as prices continue to rise amidst disrupted supply chains. The UN has highlighted the critical humanitarian crisis, with plans for aid funding falling short. Observers stress the importance of uniting various Syrian factions for future economic recovery.