In Syria’s eastern town of Deir al-Zor, a rebel commander flush with cash was swapping his dollars for Syrian pounds
Syria’s currency has come under intense pressure in recent weeks as rebels have taken their battle closer to the centre
The value of the Syrian pound is down 45% on the parallel market and the stock market has slumped 40%
Syria’s remaining cash reserves are quickly dwindling as the country’s anti-government uprising marks its 13th month, according to intelligence officials
Money has been streaming out of Syria as fears for the unstable economy lead Syrians to seek a safer place
The Central Bank commission responsible for combating money laundering and terrorism financing said banks and exchange institutions should only offer