Khalid Al-Shamal
Khalid Al-Shamal is a spokesperson for Iraq's Ministry of Water Resources, where he has voiced concerns regarding the critical water situation in the country. In recent statements, he highlighted the alarming impact of three consecutive years of drought, rising temperatures, and climate change on Iraq's water supply, marking the lowest levels of water reserves in 80 years. Al-Shamal's remarks came amid ongoing protests from residents in areas like Maysan, where citizens are demanding immediate governmental action to address severe water shortages, exacerbated by the diversion of water to other provinces.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iraq | 1 | 5.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 66,926 | $170,000 | 283$ |
| Totals | 1 | 40,222,493 | 66,926 | $170,000 | 283$ |
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Iraq:
Khalid Al-Shamal is the spokesperson for the Ministry of Water Resources, addressing the water situation in Iraq.
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