Israeli Water Policy in the Eastern Mediterranean

Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

1 Ph.D Candidate in the field of International Relations at the Faculty of Law and Politics, Kharazmi University, Tehran.

2 Faculty Member of Kharazmi University of Tehran

Abstract

Abstract
The Political Nature of Water Resources in the Middle East and the Prediction that water will Replace Oil as a Source of conflict, is a Key Element in Ensuring stability and calm in the Region. High water Consumption according to the Population Growth Pattern of the Middle East and Government Tense Water Policies to control Border and ground Water, especially in the eastern Mediterranean, have made Water Management a Crises in the Region. Israel has Stolen Water from Border Rivers and underground Aquifers through a combination Policies Threatening and Encouragement peace with the Arabs, and it has made any Water contract Conditional on Israel’s Water supply and Considers control over the water Resources of Jordan, Yarmouk, Hesbani, Banias and all key Aquifers as a minimums Security Requirement. In addition, using water desalination Technology, it has taken steps to Solve its Water Shortage in Comparison with the Surrounding Environment. Explaining the Issue, the question the Article is, How has Israel Provided Water Security in Comparison with its Surroundings? The Results indicate that Israel Pursues and underground Development policy in the Golan Heights and the West Bank and taking advantage of the Desalination strategy along with Modifying the Consumption and cost Patterns, has ensured its Water security. The Authors of this article have explained it in an Explanatory way, Based on Library date and the comments of Political Officials.

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