Iyad Al-Hamashi

Iyad Al-Hamashi is a goldsmith and owner of a jewelry store in the city of Kut, Iraq. He has been vocal in the protests against new customs tariffs that have significantly increased the cost of gold, leading to a decline in sales and impacting the purchasing power of consumers. Al-Hamashi has expressed concerns over the economic implications of these tariffs on local businesses and has called for the government to reconsider its decision, highlighting the struggles faced by newlywed couples in purchasing traditional gold items.