Afghanistan: Could Taliban Canal Spark Water War In Central Asia? [Video]

Mar 25, 2024 | Austin Malloy, Radio Azadi
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The Taliban-led government is pushing forward with the ambitious Qosh Tepa canal project despite concerns over its impact. The waterway taps the Amu Darya River, a key water source that runs through Afghanistan and Central Asia. While Afghan farmers await a potential agricultural boon, neighboring states Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan have expressed concern over possible damage to water security and farming in the area.