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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view shows the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud with Khaju Bridge overhead in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A cat sits on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A cat sits on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view shows the Game Island located on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Women sit on a sidewalk along the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view shows the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud through a brick arch beneath Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the dried-up river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Two boats, tied to a pole, sit stranded on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Two boats, tied to a pole, sit stranded on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view of Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge on the Zayanderud, on the dried-up riverbed of the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

People collect dried branches on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

An old damaged boat sits stranded on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Old tires are left stranded near metal poles on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Yellow plastic road barriers are left stranded on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Yellow plastic road barriers are left stranded on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view of Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge on the Zayanderud, on the dried-up riverbed of the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view of Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge on the Zayanderud, on the dried-up riverbed of the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view of Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge on the Zayanderud, on the dried-up riverbed of the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

People spend time and walk on Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the dried-up Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A crow walks on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A man uses his phone as a soldier looks at the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud through a brick arch while standing on Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the dried-up river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A man walks on Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the dried-up Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view shows the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud through a brick arch in the wall of Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the dried-up river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Crows walk on the dried-up riverbed of Zayanderud near Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge over the river in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

Swan-shaped pedal boats sit stranded next to a pier on the dried-up riverbed of the Zayanderud in Isfahan, Iran, on November 30, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Zayanderud Riverbed Dries Up - Iran

A view of Si-o-se-pol, the largest bridge on the Zayanderud, on the dried-up riverbed of the river in Isfahan, Iran, on December 1, 2025. Zayanderud, like many other bodies of water in Iran, has faced droughts and water shortages in recent years. In addition to drought, mismanagement and overuse of water are major factors contributing to the decline of Zayanderud. Photo by Hozi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Gaza Journalist Killed In Drone Strike

(EDITORS NOTE: Image depicts death) Mourners stand in rows before the bodies of Palestinians laid on stretchers ahead of a funeral prayer in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 2, 2025. One of the victims is Palestinian press member Mahmud Wadi, who was killed in an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle strike; relatives and colleagues gathered after collecting his body from Nasser Hospital. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Workers with masks unload the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, from a refrigerated container on a truck in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

The bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, are placed in a refrigerated container on a truck in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A man holds paperwork as workers place the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, in a mass grave in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Workers with masks unload the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, from a refrigerated container on a truck in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A loader lifts soil to cover the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds and placed in a mass grave in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A loader lifts soil to cover the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds and placed in a mass grave in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

The bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, are placed in a refrigerated container on a truck in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A man opens the door of a refrigerated container on a truck containing the bodies of Palestinian victims in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

(EDITOR'S NOTE: Graphic Content) Relatives of Palestinian victims sit on chairs as photos of the victims are displayed on a monitor for identification in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A view shows concrete blocks and plates bearing codes instead of names on a mass burial site for Palestinian victims in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Workers place the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, in a mass grave in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Workers unload the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, from the bucket of a loader and place them in a mass grave in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A man opens the door of a refrigerated container on a truck containing the bodies of Palestinian victims in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

A view shows concrete blocks and plates bearing codes instead of names on a mass burial site for Palestinian victims in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Palestinian workers stand near the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds and placed in a mass grave, to pay their respects in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Workers cover the graves of Palestinian victims with soil in a mass burial site in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Unidentified War Victims Buried In Gaza

Workers unload the bodies of Palestinian victims, wrapped in white shrouds, from the bucket of a loader and place them in a mass grave in Deir el-Balah, Gaza Strip, on December 1, 2025. Palestinians gathered to bury the bodies of 15 detainees handed over by Israel after they died in custody during the war as part of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to exchange hostages and bodies. Photo by Doaa Albaz/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM