Turkey’s annual inflation has spiraled to a staggering 61.14% 🌡️ – the highest on record – as families grapple with skyrocketing food, rent, and fuel costs. The Turkish Statistical Institute confirmed the March figures, pointing to energy prices and global supply chain strains from the Ukraine crisis as key drivers.
🚨 On Istanbul’s streets, frustration and anxiety dominate. A grocery store owner told CGTN: \"Even basic items like bread and vegetables are now luxuries for many.\" Workers report cutting meals to afford rent, while commuters ration gasoline. One parent shared: \"My salary buys half what it did last year. How do I explain this to my children?\"
💡 Economists warn the crisis could deepen without structural reforms. Meanwhile, the government faces pressure to stabilize prices while supporting low-income households. As global markets watch, Turkey’s struggle highlights how inflation shocks ripple through everyday lives – from dinner tables to gas pumps. 📉💸
