Himalayan glaciers melting twice fast, threatening billions- Report
A report reveals that Himalayan glaciers are melting at twice the rate they were in 2000, posing a threat to the water security of about two billion people.
Africa: 80 Percent of Rural Households Without Direct Water Access - World Water Report
A UN report reveals that a significant portion of rural households in Africa lacks direct access to water, highlighting critical global water inequality and its intersection with gender and poverty.
Iran war exposes Gulf economies' food, water vulnerability
The ongoing conflict in Iran has revealed the vulnerabilities of Gulf economies, particularly regarding their reliance on food and water security.
With rationing maintained, DAE announces measures against drought and cleaning of the Batalha River in Bauru
The Department of Water and Sewage of Bauru announced new measures to ensure water security amid continuing drought conditions.
Can Water Become a Weapon of War in the Middle East?
Bahrain accused Iran of damaging a desalination plant in a drone attack, raising concerns about water security in the arid Gulf region.
There is a good even more vital than oil and natural gas in the Middle East - and it is at risk as the war escalates
Desalination has become crucial for water supply in Gulf countries, but it is now threatened due to escalating conflicts in the region.
Attacks on water systems emerge as a dangerous new war threat in Middle East
Recent strikes on water desalination plants in the Middle East highlight a troubling new trend in warfare, with significant implications for civilian access to water.
Water may become the new target of war in the Middle East
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East sees attacks on water infrastructure, particularly desalination plants crucial for millions.
Known security flaw threatened drinking water in Västerås – this is how the man got in and turned off the power
A 30-year-old man entered a crucial area for the power supply of Västerås' waterworks and caused a total power outage, leading to serious threats to the city’s drinking water supply.
The most dangerous front in the war? Drinking water - Why desalination plants are being targeted
The conflict in the Middle East has escalated to involve drinking water resources, with a drone attack causing damage to a desalination plant in Bahrain, amidst ongoing strikes on critical energy installations.
“The Real Strategic Resource of the Middle East”: What Lies Behind the Alarm from the CIA
The CIA warns that the most crucial resource in the Middle East is not oil or gas, but rather freshwater, which poses significant national security challenges in a predominantly arid region.
Egypt denies granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea and reaffirms its position on the Renaissance Dam
Egypt has denied reports claiming it is willing to grant Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for concessions on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiations.
Africa: AU Elects New Bureau of Assembly of Heads of State, Government
The African Union elected President Évariste Ndayishimiye of Burundi as the new Chairperson for 2026 during its 39th Ordinary Session in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, focusing on water security.
News in New Mexico: the state announced 26 million dollars for brackish water projects
New Mexico announced an investment of over $26 million to fund brackish water projects, aiming to enhance water security and diversify water sources amid climate challenges.
39th African Union Summit in Ethiopia: Water, Security and AI on the agenda
The 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa focuses on water access, security, and the call for Africa's permanent representation on the UN Security Council.
Africa: The 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union At a Glance Water Security Is a Strategic, Development, Peace, and Climate Issue
The 39th Assembly of the African Union emphasizes the importance of water security as fundamental to development and climate issues, especially given the statistics of millions lacking access to water and sanitation.
Water security and sanitation top the agenda at the African Summit
The 39th African Union summit in Addis Ababa focuses on water security and sanitation amid various regional and international challenges.
Africa: AU Summit - African Leaders Arrive in Addis Ababa for 39th Assembly
African leaders are gathering in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union, focusing on sustainable water availability and sanitation systems.
The Kanasín landfill will remain closed after the Federal Court ruling
A Federal Court ordered the provisional suspension of the Kanasín landfill due to concerns it poses a risk to the aquifer supplying Mérida.
Tarcísio's administration holds public consultation for water security projects
The São Paulo government extends the public consultation for its water security project for the PCJ river basin until the 25th of this month to gather community suggestions.
Zimbabwe: Environmentalists Warn Loss of Wetlands Puts Zimbabwe's Water Security At Risk
Environmentalists in Zimbabwe are raising concerns about the threats to wetlands, emphasizing their vital role in ensuring water security amid climate challenges.