Airstrikes in Kuwait Hit Desalination Plants Vital for Drinking Water
Days of airstrikes have struck water and energy facilities in Kuwait, endangering the country's drinking water supply as 90% comes from desalination.
For several days, airstrikes have targeted water and energy plants in Kuwait, a nation heavily reliant on desalination for its freshwater. These facilities are critical for civilians, as Kuwait produces 90% of its drinking water through desalination.
The damage to these plants threatens to disrupt water supplies for millions of residents. The energy infrastructure attacks also compound the problem, since desalination is an energy-intensive process.
The extent of the damage and the timeline for repairs remain unclear. International organizations have called for respect of international humanitarian law, which prohibits attacks on civilian infrastructure.
