Chebayesh wetland has been battling a drought. This rainfall season in Iraq was the second driest in 40yrs. As a result salinity of the river has risen to dangerous levels.

Dams built on rivers feeding Chebayesh wetland

The Ahwar of Southern Iraq are one of the world's largest inland delta systems. Iraq has been seeking World Heritage status since 2003

UNESCO names Iraq marshlands a World Heritage Site

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Dams built on rivers feeding Chebayesh wetland

UNESCO names Iraq marshlands a World Heritage Site