Is the Caspian sea shrinking? | Azerbaijan raises alarm
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Aug 22, 2025, 17:44 IST | Updated: Aug 22, 2025, 17:44 IST
The Caspian Sea is shrinking at an alarming pace, threatening vital oil ports, global energy logistics, and rare wildlife like sturgeon and seals. Azerbaijan’s ecology ministry confirms the sea has dropped nearly a meter in five years, affecting the Baku port and regional economies. Officials blame climate change and Russian dam activity. With 15 million people in the Caspian region, the crisis now poses a serious environmental and economic threat.
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