Drought conditions threaten harvests in northern Syria

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Drought conditions threaten harvests in northern Syria

For the past five years, Syria has suffered low rainfall, and drought conditions now threaten the harvest of fruits and wheat in the northern provinces. With most farms deserted due to landmines, many are worried about how this will impact food prices. Bassam Bounenni reports from the Idlib countryside.

May 18, 2025