Water

Israel launches historic project to send desalinated water into Sea of Galilee

New Reverse Carrier system will send up to 5,000 cubic meters of desalinated water per hour into the lake by early summer, as officials cite climate pressures and wartime conditions.

An aerial view of the Kinneret. To the casual observer, the lake, also known as the Sea of Galilee, appears to be a rare environmental success story in an era of climate uncertainty.
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The Princess of Bagicz’s wooden coffin, accessed on February 27, 2026.

Ancient Polish 'princess' burial date revealed after decades of archaeological mystery - study

Factory chimney releases smoke.

Israeli companies fall behind on global climate reporting standards, says CDP report


The race to Mars: NASA’s mission that could change the game

NASA’s ESCAPADE mission seeks to reveal why Mars lost its atmosphere and water, launching after years of delays and challenges. Scientists hope it will shed light on the planet’s past.

New Glenn Rocket Launch: The Beginning of a Historic Mars Mission.

Gaza water provider resumes services after Hamas frees employee

A statement issued by the Abdul Salam Yassin Company, whose water services reach more than 1 million people, said that the staff member was "fine and in good health."

 Achraf Al Jamal, a displaced Palestinian man who fled Jabalia due to an Israeli military operation, looks on as people fill containers with water, amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, in Gaza City October 19, 2024.

The drying up of Iran's Lake Urmia will worsen ethnic tensions with Azerbaijanis - opinion

The drying of Lake Urmia is widely seen as a symbol of failed governance, with profound and ongoing human rights implications.

LAKE URMIA, formerly the largest lake in West Asia, is now almost completely dried up. The Iranian government has faced heavy criticism for its handling of the crisis, says the writer.

Gaza water provider suspends services, cuts half of Gaza's water after Hamas detains staff member

Youssef Yassin, a board member of the Abdul Salam Yassin Company, said the move would affect more than 1 million people who normally receive water from the company.

Palestinian children in Gaza fetch water from a container

Thirsty nation: How water mismanagement could topple Iran's leadership - analysis

Tehran's dams are failing due to decades of human error, not just climate change. The deepening water crisis risks nationwide protests, fueling opposition plans for a new government.

A youth drinks water from a fountain in Mellat Park, as the Iran faces sever water shortages, in Tehran on November 9, 2025. Iran was laying plans on November 8, 2025, to cut off water supplies periodically to Tehran's 10-million-strong population as it battles its worst drought in many decades.

High pollution levels found at several streams in northern, eastern Israel, ministries confirm

The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries advised against entering the water at several points due to a high level of bacterial contamination.

A scientist gathers samples for conducting bacteria contamination tests on a stream; illustrative.

Tehran taps run dry as water crisis deepens across Iran

The head of Tehran’s Regional Water Company said that water levels had fallen 43% from last year, leaving the Amir Kabir Dam at just 8% of capacity.

People shop water storage tanks following a drought crisis in Tehran, Iran, November 10, 2025

Iraq, Turkey sign deal on Iraqi water infrastructure projects

The initial batch of projects will include three water harvesting dams and three land reclamation initiatives, according to an Iraqi water resources official.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein attend a press conference in Baghdad, Iraq November 2, 2025.

Mekorot CEO: Israel leads in water tech, expanding global projects in Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan

At the Jerusalem Post diplomatic conference, Amit Lang praises AI-driven innovation, global projects, and Israel’s water security.

Mekorot CEO Amit Lang.

No. 36: Ofer Yannay and Amit Lang: Leaders in renewable energy and innovation

With Nofar Energy and Mekorot, Ofer Yannay and Amit Lang are shaping Israel's future.

(L-R): Amit Lang, Ofer Yannay