Severe Drought Devastates Syria’s Crops

Syria is facing its worst drought in decades, which is devastating wheat and barley crops and threatening the country's food security. Rainfall during the early part of 2025 was the lowest in over 25 years, and groundwater levels have dropped significantly. Farmers across key regions like Al-Nashabiyah, Daraa, and northeastern Syria are losing entire harvests [...]

Israel’s Economic Outlook Amid Ongoing Conflicts

As of April 2025, Israel's economy is showing signs of recovery, with the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) forecasting a growth of 3.4% in 2025 and 5.5% in 2026, depending on geopolitical stability. However, Israel's financial situation is under scrutiny due to high military spending amidst ongoing conflicts. The Governor of the Bank [...]

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