The Battle For Water: Iran And Afghanistan's Taliban In Conflict

Water has exposed cracks in the Taliban's fragile relationship with Tehran, with both sides exchanging pointed barbs over scarce supplies before coming to deadly blows along the Afghan-Iranian border. Tensions remain high following the deaths of troops from both sides on May 27, with Taliban and Iranian officials digging in on their positions with increased military activity and fresh warnings.But while disputes over water security are expected to intensify between the two drought-stricken countries, both sides appear to be keeping the door open…