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Syria’s most decisive reconstruction battle won’t be fought on city streets, it will be won or lost at the kitchen sink. After a decade of conflict, earthquake damage and worsening droughts, the question is no longer whether to reform water governance, but how. Two big ideas dominate the
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Syria’s water debate has reached a historic fork. One path calls for an independent national authority that finally untangles the clashing mandates of several ministries and scores of local councils involved in managing water. The other champions a Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) nexus approach that forces every sector
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By the end of July 2024, the Blue Peace Middle East concluded its inaugural Youth Fellowship Programme (YFP), a ground breaking initiative that brought together bright minds from Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Türkiye. The goal was to foster sustainable development and peace through transboundary water cooperation. I had
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In Jordan, agriculture faces numerous challenges, including water scarcity and harsh environmental conditions. Addressing these issues is crucial for the country’s food security and economic stability. HypoFarm in Jordan is leading the way with innovative solutions like hydroponics, demonstrating that sustainable agriculture is not only possible but also profitable.
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Navigating the Waters: Understanding and Addressing Syria's Water Crisis For years, Syria has grappled with a deepening water crisis, a challenge exacerbated by ongoing conflict. As we mark World Water Day, it's crucial to shed light on the dire conditions faced by Syrians, who endure severe
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From Green to Grey Syria, a land of rich biological diversity, has long been home to a variety of plant species, many of which are unique to the region. However, the ongoing conflict in the country has taken a toll on its natural resources, particularly its forests. Before the crisis
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In a world where water scarcity looms large, did you know that the agriculture sector claims a staggering 72 percent of global freshwater withdrawals? It stands as the undisputed champion of water consumption, and with over 95 percent of our food relying on land production, the need for water is
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While the Syrian Arab Republic isn't among the primary contributors to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions on a global scale, it faces significant impacts from these phenomena. The country experiences a range of severe consequences due to global warming and climate change. These effects include irregular climatic
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“All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights." ... Article one, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights “Everyone has the right to life, liberty, and security.” … Article three, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Unfair access to water violates these principles in the Occupied Palestinian Territories
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The Euphrates River basin is a transboundary hydrological system that is geographically partitioned into three distinct sections, namely the upstream region situated in Türkiye, the middle stream region located in Syria, and the downstream region situated in Iraq. The basin area, encompassing 440,000 square kilometers, is distributed among three
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The Water Crisis in Syria After enduring more than a decade of unyielding conflict, Syria is now mired in poverty and sickness. Millions of Syrians are facing life-threatening insecurity due to widespread impoverishment, prolonged famine, and reduced access to basic necessities. In 2023, Syrian people continue to face dire
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Drought in Syria, a looming crisis! Human-induced climate change, which caused acute drought in Syria and large-scale migration and displacement, exacerbated the already unstable socio-economic circumstances and increased civil unrest in Syria. During the 1980s, Syria has been ravaged by three significant droughts, the most recent of