Why the Dead Sea is shrinking and plans to save it are stalled

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The Dead Sea is rapidly shrinking due to climate change and water diversion, causing alarm among experts. The lake loses about 1.2 meters of water annually, with prolonged droughts and reduced rainfall exacerbating the issue. Diversion of the Jordan River and mineral extraction also contribute to its decline. Plans to save the Dead Sea, including pumping water from the Red Sea, have stalled due to environmental concerns, high costs, and political tensions between Israel and Jordan.


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