Climate change isn’t just melting glaciers—it’s fueling cross-border disputes. Along the U.S.-Mexico border, a battle over shrinking water resources is heating up, blending environmental stress with high-stakes diplomacy. 🌍🔥
As droughts intensify, both nations are scrambling to secure their share of the Colorado River and Rio Grande, lifelines for agriculture and communities. “It’s a zero-sum game now,” says CGTN reporter Alasdair Baverstock, who documented how farmers and cities face dwindling supplies. 🚜💧
The Trump administration’s push for stricter water-sharing terms has added fuel to the fire, sparking protests in Mexican states like Chihuahua. Meanwhile, climate models predict even scarcer rainfall, raising questions: Can treaties adapt? Will industries or families pay the price? 🤔⚖️
This isn’t just about politics—it’s survival. Over 40 million people depend on these rivers. As one local put it: “Water is the new gold.” 💎💦
