How can Iran make Arab countries thirsty? Gave warning after Trump’s threat, know how water became the biggest weapon

middle east The ongoing tension now seems to be reaching a new and very dangerous turn. Amidst the increasing conflict with America and Israel, Iran has given such a warning, which has worried the whole world. This conflict is no longer limited to just oil or military power, but basic needs like water are also under threat.

The way Iran has responded after US President Donald Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum has made this conflict more serious. Now it is feared that if the situation does not improve, a serious water crisis may arise in Arab countries.

What is Iran’s warning?

On Sunday, US President Donald Trump had warned that if the Strait of Hormuz was not opened within 48 hours, the US would destroy Iran’s power plants. Responding to this, Iran’s military clearly said, “If its energy infrastructure is attacked, it will target the ‘energy, IT and most importantly desalination plants’ of America and its allies.” This statement has made it clear that now the focus of the war can also be on infrastructure.

Which countries will be in danger?

Gulf countries have huge reserves of oil, but there is a severe shortage of drinking water. In such a situation, desalination plants are their lifeline, which make the salt water of the sea sweet.

1. Saudi Arabia fulfills about 70% of its water needs from these plants.

2. Kuwait about 90%

3. Oman 86%

4. UAE also depends on them on a large scale.

If these plants are attacked, there could be a severe water shortage in big cities within a few days.

Did you receive any warning before?

The CIA had warned in 1983 itself that if these plants were attacked, anarchy could spread in the entire region. People may be forced to leave the city. A glimpse of this danger has also been seen in recent times. Iran alleged that the US targeted a desalination plant located on its Qeshm Island, although the US has denied this. The very next day, Bahrain also claimed an attack on its plant, due to which the tension has increased further.

What will be the result of ‘Infrastructure War’?

1. Water crisis in big cities within few days

2. increase in environmental hazards

3. serious impact on marine life

4. Chemical leakage poses a threat to human health