Title: Half of Greece Now Desertified, EU Report Warns

Title: Half of Greece Now Desertified, EU Report Warns

Summary: A new EU report reveals that nearly half of Greece's population now lives in desertified areas, ranking the country third in Europe for land degradation.

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A new European Union report has revealed that nearly half of Greece's population now lives in areas affected by desertification, ranking the country third among European nations for the share of its territory impacted by the problem.

Desertification is the process where productive land becomes dry and barren, often due to climate change, over-farming, or poor water management. The report confirms that rising temperatures and reduced rainfall are accelerating the damage, turning the crisis into a current reality for millions of Greeks rather than a distant threat.

The findings raise urgent concerns about food security, water supply, and the future of rural communities. Local authorities and scientists have warned for years about the accelerating damage, and the new data confirms that the affected areas could expand further without immediate intervention.

The report does not offer a specific solution, but experts say immediate action on water conservation and sustainable farming is critical. Without intervention, more people and livelihoods could be put at risk as the desertified zones continue to grow.

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