Water as a weapon: the new geopolitical battle in the Middle East
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Water has become one of the most strategic resources in the Middle East. In one of the driest regions on the planet, control of water infrastructure is no longer just a matter of survival, but also of geopolitical power.
Water has become one of the most strategic resources in the Middle East. In one of the driest regions on the planet, control of water infrastructure is no longer just a matter of survival, but also of geopolitical power. The recent tension between Iran, the United States and Israel has once again highlighted the vulnerability of desalination plants, distribution networks and water reserves in the Gulf countries. Can water become a weapon of regional pressure? We analyze it together with the expert Barah Mikail.
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