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Morocco's seven-year drought has come to an end after abundant rainfall this winter, the water minister said on Monday

The New Arab Staff & Agencies
12 January, 2026
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Iran's water shortages could lead to widespread unrest
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The government is planning water cuts in Tehran -- and several local news outlets have already reported pipes running dry overnight [Getty]
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Photos depict the low water level of Latyan Dam that provides water to Tehran, located near Tehran, Iran, on May 8, 2025. (Photo by BAHRAM/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)
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Syria wheat [Getty]
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Forest fires raged across Latakia province [Getty]
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Iraq drought - AFP
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Dukan Dam [Getty]
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Syria drought [Getty]
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Delegates arrive for the opening session of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, UNCCD COP16, in the Saudi capital Riyadh
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