The United Nations or the World Cup of Diplomacy and Artificial Intelligence?

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The UN as the world’s “World Cup of diplomacy,” its evolving role, and how AI is reshaping global diplomacy and international security. Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj A year ago, it looked like the United Nations was coming to an end. Funding was cut by the United States, it constantly appeared to be an ineffective institution, and there were fears that Donald Trump would withdraw the United States from the United Nations, which he founded and mainly funded. There was even talk that Trump's “peace board” could become an alternative or rival to the United Nations. But this week, as world leaders met again in New York, there was a new energy palpable. The first meeting on artificial intelligence in the history of the UN Security Council was held. Trump, although still as violent and threatening as ever, did what should be done at the United Nations: he used diplomacy. What has happened at the United Nations in recent days deserves careful attention and research. People talk a lot about how ineff...
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Mapping of the obvious environmental problems in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

Climate change is a global phenomenon, referring to long-term changes in climate-related phenomena. This phenomenon, as it turns out, is not only in rising temperatures, but also has the ability to penetrate all natural phenomena on Earth and in many ways itself show. These include melting polar ice caps, rising sea levels, desertification, floods, floods, declining diversity, the spread of diseases and epidemics, and many other examples.

Climate change is not just about rising temperatures

However, the history of the effects of climate change proves that before human and artificial factors, natural factors such as volcanic eruptions, forest fires caused by lightning, landslides, change Seawater temperatures were the first step in mitigating climate change, but it is also undeniable that the Industrial Revolution began in the late 18th and early 19th centuries In Europe, climate change took the planet to a new stage, because before this revolution, the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere was naturally balanced. However, with the widespread use of coal, oil and natural gas as the main sources of energy for factories, transportation, rapid industrial growth, and population growth, much of this balance was disrupted. The consequence of these greenhouse gases in the atmosphere was a rise in temperature, which is the primary cause of much of the changes in the planet Earth. For example, before the Industrial Revolution, the average temperature of the planet was approximately 13.7 to 14 degrees Celsius, but now, due to human activity and significant increases in greenhouse gas emissions, the average global temperature has risen significantly. According to the latest reports of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the average global temperature has risen by about 1.1 to 1.2 degrees Celsius since the Industrial Revolution.

This rise in temperature will change many things in the natural life of our planet, animals and humans on the planet, because its effects are directly on these resources It turns out that they are related to human life, animals and environmental habitats.

Iraq is among the countries most affected by climate change

Iraq is one of the countries most affected by climate change; It is among the countries most affected by climate change. According to a report by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), one of the most obvious impacts is rising temperatures. The average annual temperature in Iraq has increased significantly, with Khanaqin recording 52 degrees Celsius last year. According to the World Bank's Climate Change Database, the average temperature in Iraq has risen by 1.5 to 2 degrees Celsius compared to the 1970s and is expected to rise by 2050 by another 2 degrees Celsius. The easiest consequence of this is an increase in prolonged heat waves and high temperatures. For example, in 2025, according to data from the Iraqi Ministry of Environment, temperatures will reach 50 degrees Celsius in most Iraqi provinces. According to the World Food Programme, 39 percent of Iraq's agricultural land is desert and another 28 percent is under threat of desertification. This is due to the decrease in rainfall and the restriction of water resources (Tigris and Euphrates), which are the two main water sources of Iraq by Iran and Turkey. The two rivers are currently depleted by 40 percent, and according to a UNDP report, their water levels will decrease by 60 percent by

The Kurdistan Region of Iraq, as part of Iraq, is not exempt from the damage of climate change and its environment has been significantly affected in several aspects, one of the most obvious aspects is the decrease in rainfall, According to an official statement from the city's meteorological department, for example, Sulaimani province, the largest province in terms of population, compared to the past 30 years, the amount of rainfall by 100 mm decreased in it,

The most obvious environmental problems that the Kurdistan Region is currently suffering from as a result of climate change are: air pollution, pollution of water resources, soil pollution, declining groundwater levels, destruction and Depletion of water resources, loss of biodiversity, spread of diseases in forests.

The most obvious environmental problems that the Kurdistan Region is currently suffering from as a result of climate change are: air pollution, pollution of water resources, soil pollution, declining groundwater levels, destruction and Depletion of water resources, loss of biodiversity, spread of diseases in forests. All this is the result of several environmental problems, which experts explain in detail in this digital documentation. 

Soil pollution

Soil pollution and decreased fertility for agriculture is one of the most common agricultural problems in the Kurdistan Region, because a large part of the agricultural land has lost its fertility in some way.

Pollution of water resources and environmental degradation

Pollution of water resources and environmental degradation due to medical and chemical waste is one of the problems that the Kurdistan Region is currently suffering from.

Spread of diseases in trees in the Kurdistan Region

The spread of diseases in many trees in the Kurdistan Region is one of the environmental problems that the Kurdistan Region is currently suffering from, in a way, the threat to all trees and forests in the region in particular He has made pine trees.

Threats to plant and animal diversity in the Kurdistan Region

The threat of extinction of many animals and plants as a result of climate change is one of the environmental problems in the Kurdistan Region.

Impact of lack of strategic planning for water resources management

The lack of a strategic plan for water resources management in the Kurdistan Region is one of the problems that the Kurdistan Region is currently suffering from.

Failure to treat household and public waste

The lack of treatment of household waste and public places is one of the issues that has created problems for the environment in the Kurdistan Region.

Impacts of Artificial Intelligence and Technology on Environmental Pollution in the Kurdistan Region

Every adult in the Kurdistan Region uses at least one technological device every day, and many of them use artificial intelligence, unaware that the devices they use cause environmental pollution.

Declining groundwater levels in the Kurdistan Region

Declining groundwater levels as a result of climate change is one of the threats facing the Kurdistan Region.

Air pollution and its effects on the environment and human health

One of the environmental problems that the Kurdistan Region is currently suffering from is air pollution.

The impact of irregular urban planning on environmental pollution in the Kurdistan Region

Irregular urban development and the lack of a comprehensive master plan are another part of the environmental problems in the Kurdistan Region.

Dr. Pshtiwan Faraj

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