Algae Crisis Threatens Israel's Water | Global News

Israel’s desalination plants hit a major snag when a massive algae bloom clogged five of six facilities, forcing them to operate at reduced capacity — sparking fears over water security. Experts suspect the bloom originated in the Nile Delta and was fueled by nutrient runoff from Gaza’s destroyed sewage systems, exacerbated by military restrictions on equipment deemed “dual-use.” While most Israelis remained unaffected, farmers felt the strain, and the incident has become a stark wake-up call for the region amid worsening water scarcity — especially as Gaza’s water infrastructure lies in ruins, with 90% of its sanitation systems destroyed.

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