Sarmad Al-Taie
Sarmad Al-Taie is a poignant voice from Basra, Iraq, whose recent reflections highlight the dire water crisis plaguing his city. In a heartfelt lament, he expresses the anguish of his community suffering from the encroachment of saltwater into their rivers and gardens, a situation exacerbated by years of neglect from successive governments. His writings capture the emotional and physical toll of this environmental disaster, illustrating how the once fertile lands now bear the scars of salt and despair. Al-Taie’s work serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by ordinary citizens in the face of governmental inaction and the broader implications of climate change.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iraq | 1 | 5.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 40,222,493 | 66,155 | $170,000 | 280$ |
| Totals | 1 | 40,222,493 | 66,155 | $170,000 | 280$ |
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Sarmad Al-Taie is depicted as crying over the small size of the dates he received, symbolizing the suffering of the city due to water scarcity.
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