The Caspian Sea's future is in jeopardy as its waters continue to recede, threatening plants, animals, and the livelihoods of local communities. Azerbaijan, the host of COP29, aims to develop a regional plan to address the problem, but Iran's participation is uncertain. The Caspian Sea has lost 1.5 meters of water in the past 25 years, and experts predict it could lose another 14 meters this century. The decline is caused by human activity, including dam construction, pollution, and excessive oil and gas extraction. Urgent action is needed to prevent the displacement of millions of people and the loss of biodiversity and economic resources.
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