Alissa J. Rubin

Alissa J. Rubin, a Senior Middle East correspondent for The New York Times, explores Iraq’s alarming water crisis and its implications on global climate challenges. She vividly describes the desolation resulting from extreme heat, leading to displacement and agricultural struggles. The conversation highlights personal stories from local farmers and the desperate migration to urban areas. Rubin warns of heightened tensions over water rights and the need for innovative solutions as climate change reshapes the landscape in the Fertile Crescent.