Lake Urmia
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View Timeline →Fire Contained at the Coastal Area Overlooking the Village of Rashkan in Urmia Lake National Park
A fire was successfully contained at the coastal area near the village of Rashkan in Urmia Lake National Park. The containment efforts involved park rangers…
Tourism Revives as Lake Urmia Water Levels Increase
Lake Urmia has seen a rise in water levels, leading to the return of tourists and boats after months of decline. This development involves local…
Heavy Rainfall Revives Lake Urmia and Other Wetlands in Iran
Recent heavy rainfall has revitalized Lake Urmia and several other wetlands in Iran, leading to the filling of some water bodies for the first time…
Recent Rainfall Brings Hope for Lake Urmia's Recovery
Recent significant spring rainfall in the Lake Urmia basin has led to an increase in water levels and a relative improvement in the lake's condition.…
A University Professor: Full Restoration of Lake Urmia Will Take at Least 14 Years
Ahmad Fakhrifard, a professor at the University of Tabriz, stated that restoring Lake Urmia will take at least 14 years, even under optimistic conditions. This…
Tehran's Water Crisis: Reservoir Shutdown and Lake Urmia's Collapse Displace Residents
Iran is facing a severe water crisis, highlighted by the shutdown of a major reservoir in Tehran and the drastic reduction of Lake Urmia to…
Salt Storms Force Migration as Lake Urmia Dries Up
Residents near Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran are abandoning their villages due to expanding salt storms from the lake's dried basin, which have also damaged…
All Government Officials Involved in the Journalists' Bus Accident Cleared; Driver Found Guilty
In a recent ruling, all government officials involved in the 2021 bus accident that killed two journalists were acquitted, while the driver was found guilty…
Ambiguity in the Dangerous Situation of Lake Urmia; Local Sources: 'Mulching' on the Lake Bed; Environment Officials: It's a Laboratory Action!
The situation of Lake Urmia is critical, with local sources confirming mulching efforts to combat saline dust, while government officials deny these actions. Experts warn…
The 'Chehcheh' Dam in Khorasan Razavi Has Dried Up
The 'Chehcheh' dam in Khorasan Razavi has dried up, with only one percent of its capacity filled due to severe rainfall shortages. This situation reflects…
Head of Shahid Beheshti Cancer Research Center: Iran Among Top Ten Countries in Cancer Growth
Dr. Mohammad Esmail Akbari announced that Iran ranks among the top ten countries for cancer growth, with breast and prostate cancers being the most prevalent.…
A Different Perspective on the Destruction of Lake Urmia; Rooted in 'Misinvestment' and 'Government Intervention'
A veteran journalist argues that the destruction of Lake Urmia is primarily due to misinvestment and government price distortion, which has led to the depletion…
Molavi Abdolhamid: The country's problems cannot be solved by issuing death sentences
Molavi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian government's approach to solving the country's problems, emphasizing the need for dialogue and proper planning rather than repression. He highlighted…
Head of Environmental Organization: The Situation of Lake Urmia is Dire
The head of Iran's Environmental Organization has admitted that Lake Urmia is in a dire state, with five million people at risk due to its…
The Caspian Sea is 'Drying Up'; Russia has Blocked Rivers Flowing into the Caspian
The head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization reported that the Caspian Sea's water level is declining due to neighboring countries, especially Russia, blocking river inflows.…
Despair Over Reviving Lake Urmia; MP: No Hope with 'Imaginary Plans'
A parliamentary member has expressed deep concerns over the revival of Lake Urmia, stating that current water transfer projects are inadequate and that the lake…
The Volume of Lake Urmia Water Has Decreased Over the Past Year
Lake Urmia's water volume has decreased by nearly 1 billion cubic meters in the past year, with predictions of further decline due to ongoing evaporation…
The Area of Lake Urmia Has Decreased by 242 Kilometers in One Year
Lake Urmia has shrunk significantly, losing 242 kilometers in area over the past year, with current water levels critically low. The situation is exacerbated by…
Rouhani's Score
The article reflects on the promises made by Hassan Rouhani during his presidential campaign four years ago and questions his success in delivering on those…
Meeting with Morteza Moradpour
Morteza Moradpour, a civil activist from Tabriz, was re-arrested two months after his release and is currently imprisoned for participating in protests. His activism focuses…