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A Washington Post investigation found that in one of the planet’s most arid regions, extreme rain and floods have become frequent and deadly.

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Pakistan’s deputy prime minister has accused India of "weaponizing water" by releasing water from Indian dams without warning.

Tehran receives rainfall, offering limited relief as the city and wider Iran continue to face a severe drought.