At Least 22 Killed In South Iran Floods: State Media

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

49% : In the last few months, Iran has seen demonstrations against the drying up of rivers, particularly in central and southwestern areas.
47% :Iran has in recent weeks seen protests against the drying up of rivers, particularly in central and northwestern areas Photo: TASNIM NEWS via AFP / Mohammad Ali MohammadiInterior Minister Ahmad Vahidi toured the region to monitor rescue efforts, IRNA said.
36% :Iran has endured repeated droughts over the past decade, but also regular floods, a phenomenon made worse when torrential rain falls on sun-baked earth.
36% :Iran has endured repeated droughts over the past decade, but also regular floods, a phenomenon made worse when torrential rain falls on sun-baked earth Photo: TASNIM NEWS via AFP / Mohammad Ali Mohammadi
32% : Like other regional countries, Iran has suffered chronic dry spells and heat waves for years, and these are expected to worsen.

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