Ghost villages in Iraq face new barriers to return
The article discusses the situation of the villages of Sinjar in Iraq, which continue to suffer from ongoing deterioration after the battles against ISIS came to an end, leaving the area depopulated. The report highlights that the climate crisis has become a key factor threatening the future of these villages, with rising temperatures, water shortages, and declining agriculture making it increasingly difficult for residents to return. For example, Faqa village, which housed around 150 families before the war, now is home to only about 20 families, while other villages are suffering from widespread destruction and threats to their environmental and human heritage. The United Nations warns that the worsening of water resources will persist, with an expected increase in average temperatures by 2.5°C by 2050, and more days with extreme heat levels. These challenges hinder reconstruction efforts and deprive the inhabitants of a secure future.
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