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Damascus bans alcohol in non-Christian areas, allowing sales only in specific zones with strict rules, effective March 17, 2026.
Damascus has banned alcohol sales in non-Christian neighborhoods, allowing it only in designated areas like Bab Touma and Qassaa, where it must be sold sealed for takeaway.
The rule, effective March 17, 2026, requires venues to be at least 75 meters from religious sites and schools, with a three-month compliance deadline.
The move, tied to cultural and religious concerns, reflects a broader shift toward conservatism under the transitional government.
Some bar owners plan to close rather than rebrand, citing low demand.
Critics say the exemptions for Christian areas deepen sectarian divides, while legal experts question the ban’s basis under Syria’s 2025 Constitutional Declaration.
Damasco prohíbe el alcohol en áreas no cristianas, permitiendo la venta solo en zonas específicas con reglas estrictas, con efecto desde el 17 de marzo de 2026.