How does targeting water supply during war worsen the scarcity crisis?
Apr 27, 2026
Water sustains life, but what happens when it is weaponised? In the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran, desalination plants supplying mi
Apr 27, 2026
Water sustains life, but what happens when it is weaponised? In the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran, desalination plants supplying millions in the Gulf have become targets. This reflects a growing pattern: water infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable as global scarcity intensifies. The United Nations warns of looming "water bankruptcy" driven by climate change and rising global demands, including AI data centres.
Presenter: Stefanie Dekker
Guests:
Kaveh Madani - Director, UNU Institute for Water, Environment & Health
Zeina Moneer - Environmental policy and climate programmes expert
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