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I sought a permanent reminder on my skin: regardless of what evolves or vanishes, the essence of humanity must endure. While I may transform in the years ahead, I've inscribed Rumi's poem, 'I wish for humanity,' as a testament to this enduring belief." Word on the wall: No https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/1ea2fb67-70f6-4eb7-80af-bb52d3636c8f/Photo+Oct+08%2C+11+13+04+AM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth "Sporting the North American red deer tattoo on my back empowers me and boosts my self-confidence," says Mohammad Reza, a 20-year-old from Tehran. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/13d61e2b-2d3a-4311-b376-a479ae7775c2/Photo+Oct+01%2C+3+16+50+PM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth Sajij, a 21-year-old sociology student, chose to ink the word "freedom" on her left wrist. "After spotting a similar tattoo online, I became fixated on it. The breakup with my boyfriend provided the final push I needed. Getting this tattoo affirmed my sense of freedom and independence," Sajij reflects. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/20e0f083-740f-428f-a193-7902f36e642e/Photo+Oct+04%2C+3+52+22+PM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth "Four years ago, I underwent open-heart surgery due to a congenital defect—a transformative experience that reshaped my life and compelled me to adopt a healthier lifestyle. To mark this pivotal moment, I tattooed the date of the surgery close to my heart. While the procedure saved my life, the realization that my most vital organ had been intervened upon continues to resonate deeply. Despite ongoing challenges, I see the arrow in my tattoo as a symbol: just as an arrow is propelled forward by being pulled back, I am propelled towards a brighter future," shares Kaveh Sojoodi, 33, Photographer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/e487fc54-6585-48be-bb53-c5aa714579d1/Photo+Oct+02%2C+2+14+09+PM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth I chose The Simorgh as my tattoo, the legendary bird in Iranian mythology, often described as a magnificent creature possessing immense wisdom and knowledge. 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Ever since, I've felt its symbolic power bringing me good fortune," she shared. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/3dec17f1-236f-4c64-9f24-bb9a18baa76c/Photo+Sep+23%2C+11+33+03+AM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth "During my time as a prisoner due to a fight four decades ago, a fellow inmate inked this portrait on my hands as a tribute to my love," recounted Ali Siah (Black Ali) from central Rasht Bazaar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/8d66ba48-14bb-4a64-96ff-7247ed469ae9/Photo+Sep+23%2C+12+49+54+PM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth When I inquired about the heart tattoo on his forearm, Mohammad, a grape seller at Rasht Bazaar, shared, "It serves as a reminder of my first love in life, as well as my second: my cherished parrot," he explained. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/b760cd28-2263-49c8-b98d-0e90190cd001/Photo+Sep+24%2C+12+42+42+PM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth For seven years, I've worn this tattoo on my arm, depicting two angels locked in a battle of good versus evil—a reflection I see mirrored in my own life," shares Meysam, a carpenter at Rasht Bazaar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/acf19525-d10d-418e-909d-a0f477c39df5/Photo+Sep+28%2C+2+50+29+PM.jpg Photos - Ink and Identity: Tattoos of Iranian Youth Sara, a poet and graphic designer, proudly displays a primitive tree branch pattern tattooed on her chest. 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Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Mazar-e-Sharif, a woman draped in a burqa, traditional Afghan attire, walks past the revered "Roze Sharif" shrine, where countless white pigeons, symbolic of freedom in Afghanistan, find sanctuary. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/a58eadd8-fa4f-43c6-bb96-73af2de8d10f/%281%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Mazar-e-Sharif, the rise of plastic recycling over the past decade emerges as one of Afghanistan's most commendable environmental initiatives. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/9c422de9-abaa-4f7c-b75b-798a96caf40c/%282%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Mazar-e-Sharif, a stark reality unfolds: only 6% of births in Afghanistan receive official documentation, leaving the majority of Afghan children without an identity or nationality, rendering them invisible in societal eyes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/0a90a925-468b-4868-b136-6938e82e335e/%283%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Mazar-e-Sharif, meet Mastaneh, a 55-year-old women's rights activist. Despite international recommendations in June 2014 urging the Afghan government to end prosecutions of women for alleged moral crimes, no action was taken. Further exacerbating the plight, high-profile women, including police officers and activists, faced a relentless series of attacks and threats. Regrettably, the government's response remained inadequate, failing to implement meaningful measures to safeguard at-risk women. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/e7e573d8-72d0-4457-ba86-37dbd86262d2/%284%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Kabul, the Darul Aman Palace stands as a poignant symbol of faded grandeur. Once a majestic and ornate edifice from the 1920s, it now lies derelict, bearing the scars of years of civil war. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/50a85842-73f5-42a5-a65d-d61751231212/%285%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens Millers engaged in their craft, diligently at work in their workspace. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/c835ed79-b620-4dc8-a800-6bc0a43fadfd/%286%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens Mazari-Sharif, Afghanistan, May 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/d0041e11-9897-48ec-95e1-8770e8f9ffbd/%287%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In the outskirts of Mazar-e-Sharif, May 2015, meet Zahir, a 9-year-old boy shouldering the grueling responsibility of a brick-maker. With a daily output of 600 bricks, working tirelessly six days a week, the annual tally is dishearteningly straightforward. Yet, quantifying the lifelong toll on Zahir is far more complex: his early entanglement in labor exacts a lifelong price, robbing him of health, education, and future opportunities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/64d80d41-8abf-4c8d-ad32-1d604d6110c9/%288%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Mazar-e-Sharif, May 2015, meet Sanjar, a 30-year-old beekeeper who grapples with a hidden truth: his identity as a gay man. In Afghanistan, the LGBTQ+ community navigates perilous legal and social terrains. Homosexuality and cross-dressing stand as grave offenses, carrying potential penalties as severe as the death sentence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/1bb60dae-c1f9-4e7a-b43a-5c599b5093a5/%289%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Kabul, May 2015, a sense of boldness emerges among certain women, emboldening them to navigate public spaces without the constant shadow of arrest or physical retribution. Remarkably, some even embrace the freedom to don high heels, symbolizing a subtle yet significant shift in societal norms. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/4f5cfb36-69ed-438b-aa82-16fa16ca13e0/%2810%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Kabul, May 2015, meet Farshad, a 10-year-old who has traded his school books for a role in a traditional café to support his family. While some families perceive early work as beneficial, shaping a child's future, the reality underscores the complexities and challenges of such choices. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/dfbb0f05-c45f-4ccd-a14a-05c453f34886/%2812%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Kabul, many residents frequent restaurants for their midday meals. Here, a chef momentarily pauses from his duties at a traditional eatery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/fc13cc57-e3e6-49af-ac42-f5c58d62c565/%2813%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In the outskirts of Mazar-e-Sharif, May 2015, brick production stands as a stark representation of forced labor in Afghanistan. This labor-intensive process involves a diverse group, comprising men, women, adults, and children, encompassing both migrant and local workers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/27a62f12-ccdc-4b96-84ec-fde629fa0ac8/%2814%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Mazar-e-Sharif Bazaar, May 2015, meet Masoud, an 8-year-old who, after school hours, takes on the task of selling wool. Alarmingly, UNICEF reports suggest that as many as 30 percent of primary-school-aged children in Afghanistan are engaged in labor. For many, the earnings they bring in become essential for family survival. Tragically, the compulsion to work often stems not just from employers but also from familial economic pressures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/ba8ab375-f0c2-46d0-9bd8-d4f79ea973c2/%2815%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In the streets of Kabul, a man openly indulges in cannabis, highlighting its prevalence as the second most commonly used drug in Afghanistan's urban areas. Alarmingly, an estimated 7.5% of Afghan adults engage in illegal drug consumption. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/7eee3041-7647-4982-a507-0b4b0c03d2e6/%2817%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Kabul, May 2015, a sewing shop caters to women crafting garments that reflect evolving freedoms and societal norms. During the Taliban regime, women faced stringent dress codes, mandating full coverage, including their eyes. While contemporary times theoretically allow women greater sartorial choice, modern attire remains more prevalent within familial and female gatherings, with traditional clothing still dominant in public spaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/f8838221-e659-4c0d-92c4-50311ce827d0/%2818%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In Kabul, May 2015, the shadow of conflict looms large, with frequent bombings underscoring the tenuous security landscape. Every major shop and establishment fortifies its premises with heavily armed security guards, reflecting the pervasive need for protection in the city. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/d971f1ff-5c3d-4656-badb-c276883de5ce/%2820%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens Children joyfully play in a Kabul alley, capturing moments of youthful resilience amidst the backdrop of urban challenges. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/4f05fa41-df44-4392-bf7b-850349997959/%2819%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In the suburbs of Mazar-e-Sharif, May 2015, Jabbar, a 19-year-old grappling with heroin addiction, stands against a wall surrounded by fellow users consuming various substances. Beyond its global dominance in opium production, Afghanistan faces a harrowing surge in domestic drug consumption. Shockingly, the number of Afghan drug addicts has skyrocketed to nearly three million, a drastic increase from less than 500,000 just two years prior. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/3c579145-ed50-47a0-bf45-191056da2023/%2822%29.JPG.jpg Photos - Afghanistan: The Color Awakens In the suburbs of Mazar-e-Sharif, May 2015, a sand mining company stands as a testament to the limited industrial advancements made over the past decade. https://www.akosalemi.com/photos/the-nuclear-deal-through-iranians-eyes monthly 0.5 2024-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/ed3f255c-4122-473e-a30c-034dee8baf77/Photo+Aug+15%2C+1+20+32+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Marziyeh Mohebbi, a 52-year-old lawyer from Mashhad, and a mother of four: "I walk confidently without fear of war and the suffering of neighboring countries. I see that my children are proud, because they are citizens of a country that invited the world to reconciliation." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/8c710464-0b51-4845-915a-b345ff82888e/Photo+Aug+19%2C+1+10+08+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Alireza Bakhtiari, the 49-year-old chairman and C.E.O. of one of the largest newspapers in Iran, Donya-e Eqtesad: “The deal will let the press work more smoothly. It will also benefit the society at large, by bringing hope, booming businesses, less poverty and unemployment and more investment in the economy.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/974c0ec9-5b66-4ea1-81dd-c3d0cd60c3cc/Photo+Aug+07%2C+6+43+05+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Niloufar Azimian, a 29-year-old fashion designer. Lives in Tehran: "We spent the most important part of our lives in a pessimistic time and it taught us not to get excited after good news. The good part of this agreement is that the world won’t see Iran as a bellicose nation" https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/13b8574d-ec2f-4737-97bd-d44c605a862d/Photo+Aug+08%2C+9+28+50+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Amir Hosseinzadeh, a 57-year-old butcher. Lives in Tehran: "The deal has no effect on my life and gives me no hope for my future, either. I think only rich people will see changes in their life. Just look at the increase in the price of beef." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/5b1139d3-e1a3-4c81-a994-cf1db89bd0aa/Photo+Aug+09%2C+1+01+34+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Parviz Tarafdar, a 46-year-old barber. Lives in Tehran: "I don’t have any hope of changing my life, and the deal affects maybe only 20 percent of society." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/716a39e3-36b4-43f9-a124-431e637d8fbd/Photo+Aug+09%2C+3+59+51+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Rahman Sanaie, a 35-year-old janitor from a small Kurdish city in western Iran. Lives in Tehran: "Nothing will change in my life, maybe only a slight increase in my salary. I hope it will bring peace for my country." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/b7220c7c-7126-4e99-9689-809968fe27c5/Photo+Aug+10%2C+8+23+37+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Mostafa Kazemi, a 28-year old photographer. He serves coffee at a cafe in Tehran to support himself: "If the agreement results in the appreciation of the Rial, I might be able to buy a new camera and take some trips outside of Iran." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/fc36768d-b1d3-4832-904d-b5b3ce07a5fe/Photo+Aug+12%2C+4+38+42+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Abbas Rezaei, the 32-year-old son of Afghan refugees who was born and raised in Iran: "I never had an Iranian passport but always felt like an Iranian, so this deal will affect me as much as it will affect Iranians." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/68aed63f-21b1-493d-9088-01c412dddbf7/Photo+Aug+12%2C+5+52+53+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Sina Golmakani, 27-year-old student from Mashhad who wants to continue his education in diplomatic relations in Hungary, where his girlfriend lives: "This agreement provides Iranian students abroad an easier way to transfer money. Plus, on a larger scale, the deal could bring hope, even if it does not bring instant economic change." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/8451d840-b1a5-4283-afea-30391ea44ad9/Photo+Aug+14%2C+10+27+18+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Tayebeh Ghiami, a 74-year-old housewife and mother of four: "Nothing will change in my life, but I have lots of hope. I hope for a good life for my children and grandchildren and also a better future for my country." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/3bd14cdf-8314-48f0-9ff1-18672731ab46/Photo+Aug+20%2C+3+26+16+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Feryal Mostofi, 60 years old. She founded and manages several multinational steel companies in Iran, Britain, France and Hong Kong. Lives in Tehran: "I think the renewed cultural dialogue between Iran and other countries is one of the most important benefits of this agreement. It is useful for Iranian women to come out from this isolation and become more active in business." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/b51c0998-8e53-4960-8fde-1f4433fe9fe9/Photo+Aug+21%2C+4+43+20+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Shadmehr Rastin, a 50-year-old screenwriter and architect who lives in Tehran: "I have no hope at all." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/ae384838-1d4c-48e9-a868-3e242cf129f9/Photo+Aug+24%2C+4+23+33+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Bita Vakili, a 42-year-old painter, and her husband, Mohammad Reza Ebrahimi, a 44-year-old musician. They are from Tehran and share an opinion about the agreement, says Mr. Ebrahimi: "Happiness and hope were our first reactions, but we know very well that changes will not happen quickly. Later on, in the future, we will have more peace and security. In our fields, peace and security will lead to more creativity and flourishing of art" https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/91e41f3b-54e4-4fb3-a097-8a81514f6de2/Photo+Aug+26%2C+10+26+51+AM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Saba, an 18-year-old guy student: "This agreement may lead to more openness in Iran." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/fcbea9b6-0e18-4769-9f2a-79f5625cb671/Photo+Sep+01%2C+10+46+47+PM.jpg Photos - The Nuclear Deal, Through Iranians’ Eyes Self-portrait of the photographer, 34 years old: "The nuclear agreement reminds me of the 13th-century Persian poet Saadi, whose writing decorates the hall of the United Nations building: Human beings are members of a whole / In creation of one essence and soul. / If one member is afflicted with pain / Other members uneasy will remain." https://www.akosalemi.com/photos/climate-change-in-iran monthly 0.5 2025-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/d3d1a2d0-be36-4e33-ad86-6272dab01496/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+13.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran A woman strolls along a pier that once bordered the expansive waters of Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran. Since 1996, persistent droughts have led to the lake's significant reduction, now occupying merely 10 percent of its former expanse. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/8c82ccf4-d7c0-4880-a8d5-53c86b1c3009/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+11.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Remnants of a boat lie on the parched seabed of Lake Urmia near the port of Sharafghaneh, Iran. Drought conditions have adversely affected tourism in the region. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/84e50e4a-f0db-4ce4-a2f4-8fafc6d51222/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+9.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran A couple tends to their farm near Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran, once renowned for its fertile soil and abundant water. However, as the lake has receded in recent years, depriving them of fresh water, they've struggled to sustain their livelihood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/13c5244e-c2e7-458b-a1ca-a28016513c1d/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+10.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran The skeletal remains of a cargo ship rest on the desiccated basin of Lake Urmia, Iran. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/0edea9f0-5eb3-4ad6-b905-0b76c7eb0383/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+2.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Once a fisherman, now collecting tamarisk reeds on the desolate seabed of Lake Hamoon for a livelihood. Situated on the Iran-Afghanistan border, the Sistan Basin ranks among the driest regions globally. Persistent drought and irrigation mismanagement have depleted the lake, adversely affecting wildlife and the community's sustenance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/6c2d5e51-9849-4572-8236-597b5d161f33/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+3.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Children play in a village near Hamoun Lake, situated close to the Afghanistan border in Sistan Province, southeastern Iran. The dwindling of the Hamoun wetlands has disrupted local vegetation and wildlife, leading to an ecological crisis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/30bcd9df-9ea2-4df4-8071-964bc8b66c4b/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+1.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Fishermen gaze upon the dried Hamoon Lake in Sistan, Iran, once a thriving fishing spot. Due to severe drought over the past decade, many have lost their livelihoods, leading them to migrate to larger cities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/fb5fe093-b848-4b53-b1e4-03d77766d448/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+4.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran An aerial perspective showcases desiccated farmland near Zabol, a city located in Sistan Province, Iran. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/7fdfbeb2-0997-4b22-ab4c-ff9ddc1edc9b/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+5.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Cracked terrain of the Gavkhouni salt marsh, the terminal basin of the Zayandeh River in Isfahan Province, Iran. Persistent droughts and water mismanagement have exacerbated Iran's water crisis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/8d37ec48-2b3f-42d4-b966-35b0d78927c0/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+6.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Desertification leads to biodiversity decline and exacerbates global climate change by reducing carbon sequestration and altering land-surface reflectivity. Planting desert shrubs serves as a mitigation strategy against desertification near the 'Gav Khuni' marsh in Isfahan province, Iran, which has experienced droughts attributed to climate change over the past decade. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/9cb34fbd-d5e2-4200-9beb-c145fc326873/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+7.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran From the iconic Khaju Bridge in Isfahan, Iran, a striking view unfolds, showcasing the starkly dried bed of the Zayandeh-Rood river, once a lifeline of the region. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/0b82e634-1bff-4102-a6a1-f37d0d942183/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+8.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Lake Bakhtegan, located in Fars province, stood as Iran's second-largest lake, serving as a sanctuary for flamingos and migratory birds. However, over the past decade, its waters have receded, transforming the once-thriving ecosystem into an expansive desert landscape. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/acf46397-988a-4814-a7a6-d324262df864/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+12.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran People traverse the desiccated expanse of Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran, close to the Turkish border. Once among the largest saltwater lakes in the Middle East, its waters have dwindled significantly over the past two decades. This recent summer witnessed an alarming phenomenon where algae and bacteria tinted the receding waters a striking shade of red. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/512ed319-2eea-4408-b659-1f3ac10f9110/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+14.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran A parched farm lies adjacent to the receding Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran. Climate change-induced shrinkage of this once-salty lake has rendered numerous wells in the vicinity devoid of fresh water, impacting both drinking supplies and agricultural needs. Consequently, many surrounding farms have transformed into barren wastelands. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/b586b241-7764-4be3-8cfc-84efde4443cc/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+15.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Fishermen operate in Kangan, Iran, situated near the South Pars field. While Iran stands as one of the world's primary oil and gas producers, it also ranks among the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/cfe99863-05cd-49f4-bdce-5837b1dede00/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+16.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Students stroll along the seaside in Dayyer, located on the Persian Gulf coast of Iran, where just two months prior, the area experienced severe flooding. Iran's coastal regions face increasing threats from rising sea levels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/3726017d-3ff8-4cb3-b1a5-3cc4cf155a73/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+17.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran In an abandoned village along the coastal Persian Gulf, a straw weaver reflects, "We had access to underground freshwater for both drinking and agriculture four decades ago, but now we have nothing," he lamented. Escalating temperatures and dwindling freshwater sources have compelled numerous residents to abandon their homes in recent years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/814515c4-45b6-4542-9fe2-cbfcae305821/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+18.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Twins seek refuge from scorching heat waves and soaring temperatures attributed to climate change along the Dayyer port on the Persian Gulf coast in Iran. According to researchers at MIT, without significant global emission reductions by 2070, the Persian Gulf could witness heat waves so extreme that they would be uninhabitable for many humans. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/ebb49ef0-7659-4e80-8135-6478b368610e/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+20.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran A sailor seeks relief from a blistering 113°F heat by taking a dip in the port of Bushehr, situated along the southwestern coast of the Persian Gulf in Iran. Ironically, the oil extracted from this region eventually disperses into the atmosphere, further exacerbating climate change. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/65904a0fb79eb36a9e4a68ed/42973d88-6a77-48aa-8179-6af6fdce1c26/Climate+Chgange+in+Iran+by+Ako+Salemi+19.jpg Photos - Climate Change in Iran Oil flares illuminate Kharg Island, Iran's primary hub for oil exports in the Persian Gulf. 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