Bio
Mahmoud al-Shamali
Mahmoud al-Shamali is a Syrian journalist from Idlib. He holds a law degree from Aleppo University and has participated in a number of Syria Direct’s trainings and projects. He has also worked for several Syrian news sites.
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Idlib faces new challenges as priorities shift to Damascus
As some services decline and prices rise in Idlib, residents fear shifting priorities could see the province return to its pre-2011 marginalization.
As Idlib becomes a tourist destination, business booms and prices soar
Business is booming in post-Assad Idlib, as travel offices across Syria organize daily “shopping trips” for curious visitors seeking diverse goods at low prices. Meanwhile, increased demand means higher costs for locals.