In the province of Khost, located in southeastern Afghanistan, local residents are experiencing a catastrophic increase in fuel prices. This winter season, the cost of firewood and coal has reached such heights that heating homes has become an almost impossible task for low-income families, reports Amu.tv.
Local residents note that the price for a harvar (approximately 560 kg) of firewood and coal has risen to 10,000 afghanis (approximately 140 US dollars). With the onset of cold weather, such expenses have become a heavy burden for people. Additionally, the cost of gas has increased, further worsening the financial situation of households.
The situation is exacerbated by a huge gap between the standard of living and actual incomes. Many workers in Khost earn only between 50 and 100 afghanis a day.
One local resident shares his dire situation: "I work all day on a bicycle and earn between 50 and 100 afghanis. What can I expect with such money?" he says, emphasizing his poverty.
Residents are urging the "Taliban" authorities to take measures to control market prices and stop speculation. They warn that if prices do not decrease soon, the region may face a serious humanitarian crisis, as many people will not be able to survive the winter months in unheated rooms.
