How targeting of desalination plants could disrupt water supply in the Gulf

International legal frameworks, such as the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols, prohibit attacks on civilian infrastructure essential for survival, including water treatment facilities. Organizations like the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) advocate for the protection of critical infrastructure in armed conflict. Researchers at institutions like the Middle East Institute analyze these vulnerabilities and propose strategies for enhancing resilience, including diversification of water sources and improved physical and cyber security for desalination plants. Readers can support organizations working on international humanitarian law and water security, and advocate for stronger protections for civilian infrastructure in conflict zones.