WorldWhere water conflicts pose the biggest threat in 2026

Water-related conflicts are under scrutiny as World Water Week opens in Stockholm and online. The Pacific Institute recorded 420 such conflicts in 2024, up 78 percent from 2022. Wars and attacks damaging water infrastructure in Gaza, Sudan, Iran and Ukraine have intensified water insecurity, disease and food crises.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-08-23 09:13Original