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Assad’s Newest War Tactic: Dehydration

HELL ON EARTH

The Syrian regime is bombing a millennia-old aquifer in Damascus. And now millions have been left without water.

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Bassam Khabieh / Reuters

Wadi Barada, Damascus, was once an area known for summer picnics, cool breezes and popular cafes. As a born Damascene, I went there regularly during the summer to attain relief from the scorching heat.

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