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201946 minGdocumentary

Iraq's Dying Rivers

201946 minGdocumentary

Tens of thousands of Iraqis live in marshes formed by the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, which have suffered severe damage from various human activities.

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Mohammad Rahahleh

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Tens of thousands of Iraqis live in marshes formed by the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, which have suffered severe damage from various human activities.

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Omayma Naklahdirector

Mohammad Rahahlehdirector

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Basra province in southern Iraq is where the Tigris and Euphrates rivers converge to form the Shatt al-Arab waterway. For centuries, these rivers supported agriculture and civilization in the region. Today, they face severe threats from wars, economic sanctions, and pollution. The construction of upstream dams has reduced water flow, impacting the lives of tens of thousands of Iraqis who depend on these waterways. The documentary details the decline of these vital resources and their effects on local communities.

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