Der Alkohol fließt wieder in Mossul

AFP Deutschland

19 May 201701:27

Summary

TLDRIn Mosul's eastern district, a unique shop has become the first to officially sell alcohol since the Islamic State militants were driven out. With up to 1000 customers daily, the shop is bustling, especially in the afternoons. For three years, alcohol was forbidden, and bars, clubs, and gaming halls were closed. Now, people are slowly drinking again, though fear still lingers. The shop owner, a Muslim who prefers to remain anonymous, and most customers do the same. Previously, alcohol was only available on the black market at high prices; now, prices are normal, and there's a desire for more shops selling beer, vodka, and whiskey.

Takeaways

🍻 A special store in Mosul, Iraq, has become the first to officially sell alcohol again after the Islamic State militants were driven out.
🏪 The store attracts up to 1000 customers per day, indicating a high demand for alcohol in the area.
🕒 The store is particularly busy in the afternoons, suggesting a peak time for alcohol purchases.
🚫 Alcohol was prohibited for three years under the Islamic State's rule, which has now ended.
🏙️ Prior to the prohibition, there were bars, clubs, and gaming halls in the area, which were all shut down by the militants.
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 The people of Mosul are now slowly reintroducing alcohol into their lives, showing a shift in social norms.
😨 There is still fear among the locals, as indicated by the reluctance of the store owner and customers to reveal their identities.
🚷 The store owner, a Muslim, prefers to remain anonymous and not show his face on camera, reflecting ongoing concerns for safety.
💸 During the period of prohibition, alcohol was only available on the black market at high prices; now prices have returned to normal levels.
📈 There is a desire among the locals for more stores selling beer, vodka, and whiskey, indicating a growing market for alcohol.

Q & A

In which city is the special shop mentioned in the transcript located?
-The special shop is located in the eastern part of the city of Mosul, Iraq.
What is unique about this shop in Mosul?
-This shop is the first one in the area where alcohol can be officially sold.

Outlines

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🍻 Revival of Alcohol Sales in Mosul

In this paragraph, we learn about a unique store located in eastern Mosul, Iraq, where alcohol is once again being sold officially after the expulsion of the ISIS jihadist militia. The store, which receives up to 1,000 customers daily, symbolizes a significant cultural shift in the city. Although alcohol was forbidden during ISIS control, the reintroduction of legal sales has been met with enthusiasm by many residents, despite lingering fears. The shop owner, a Muslim who prefers to remain anonymous, highlights the cautious return to normalcy as people slowly regain their confidence to purchase alcohol openly.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Mossul

Mossul is a city in northern Iraq that was heavily impacted by the occupation of the Islamic State (IS). The video highlights the return of normalcy to the city after the expulsion of IS, particularly through the reopening of shops selling alcohol, which had been banned under IS rule. Mossul represents a place transitioning from war and strict control to regaining some freedoms.

💡Islamischer Staat (IS)

The Islamic State, also known as IS, is a jihadist militant group that controlled large parts of Iraq and Syria, including the city of Mossul. IS enforced strict Islamic law, including the prohibition of alcohol. The video discusses the period after IS was driven out of Mossul, focusing on the reintroduction of alcohol sales as a sign of the city's recovery and return to a more diverse and less restrictive way of life.

💡Alkohol

Alcohol is central to the video’s narrative, symbolizing the changes in Mossul after the defeat of IS. Under IS control, the sale and consumption of alcohol were strictly forbidden. The reopening of the first official alcohol shop in the city marks a significant shift, representing a return to pre-IS freedoms and a decline in the strict social control previously imposed by the militants.

💡Schwarzmarkt

The black market refers to the illegal trade that flourished under IS rule in Mossul, where alcohol was still available but at very high prices. The mention of the black market highlights how despite the official ban, some residents continued to seek out and consume alcohol, though in secrecy and at a high cost. The return of legal alcohol sales represents a normalization of life in the city.

💡Angst

Fear is a recurring theme in the video, reflecting the lingering anxiety among Mossul's residents despite the end of IS control. The shop owner and many customers are still cautious, with the owner refusing to reveal his identity and customers avoiding being filmed. This fear underscores the ongoing tension and uncertainty in Mossul, even as the city attempts to move past its recent history.

💡Ladeninhaber

The shop owner is a key figure in the video, representing those who are cautiously reclaiming their businesses and way of life after IS's defeat. His decision to reopen the alcohol shop in Mossul symbolizes both resilience and the risks involved in doing business in a still-unstable environment. His anonymity highlights the continued fear of reprisal or judgment in the community.

💡Kunden

Customers in the video represent the citizens of Mossul who are beginning to reclaim their old habits and freedoms, such as buying and consuming alcohol. Their cautious behavior, such as not wanting to be filmed, reflects the ongoing fear and the delicate nature of this transition period in the city.

💡Bars und Clubs

Bars and clubs are mentioned in the video as part of the social fabric of Mossul before IS took control. Their closure under IS's strict rule represents the broader cultural and social repression experienced by the city's residents. The video suggests that with the sale of alcohol returning, there may be hope for these social venues to eventually reopen, further restoring normalcy.

💡Wiedereröffnung

Reopening is a significant concept in the video, as it marks the revival of businesses and social practices that were banned under IS rule. The reopening of the alcohol shop is symbolic of the broader recovery of Mossul and the slow return to normal life, as residents start to regain the freedoms they lost during the occupation.

💡Normales Niveau

Normal level refers to the prices of alcohol returning to what they were before IS took over Mossul. This concept is used in the video to highlight how the end of IS's control has led to the restoration of more typical market conditions, allowing residents to purchase alcohol legally and affordably, which was not possible during the occupation.

Highlights

A special shop in the eastern part of the Iraqi city of Mosul is the first to officially sell alcohol again after the Islamic State militants were driven out.

The shop attracts up to 1000 customers per day.

Alcohol was withheld from the people for three years during the Islamic State's rule.

The shop owner, who is a Muslim, prefers to remain anonymous and not show his face on camera.

Most customers also wish to remain anonymous due to lingering fear.

The shop's opening is a sign of returning normalcy to the area.

Previously, there were bars, clubs, and gaming halls in the area.

During the Islamic State's rule, all such establishments were closed.

Now, people are slowly starting to drink again, indicating a reduction in fear.

Alcohol was available under the Islamic State's rule, but only through the black market at high prices.

Prices for alcohol are now back to normal levels.

Many people are wishing for more shops to sell beer, vodka, and whiskey.

The shop's reopening signifies a cultural shift and a return to pre-conflict lifestyles.

The shop's success could potentially encourage the opening of more alcohol-selling establishments.

The shop owner's decision to remain anonymous reflects the ongoing concerns for safety in the region.

The shop's operation is a testament to the resilience of the local community and their desire to reclaim their way of life.

The reopening of the shop is a significant step towards economic recovery in the area.