Nearly three-quarters of the world's cultural and natural heritage sites are at risk due to water-related threats, including droughts and flooding, according to a United Nations cultural agency report released in early July 2025. The World Resources Institute (WRI) corroborated these findings, indicating that approximately 73% of UNESCO World Heritage sites face severe water risks. Notable sites threatened include the Taj Mahal in India, Chan Chan in Peru, and several locations in Türkiye such as Hagia Sophia, Troy, and Göbekli Tepe. The report highlights that these risks stem from climate change, unsustainable resource management, and uneven urban development. Additionally, drought conditions in regions like Iraq are endangering both water supplies and ancient heritage. The Convention on Wetlands warned that the global loss of wetlands, which are crucial for fisheries, agriculture, and flood control, could result in up to $39 trillion in economic losses by 2050. The increasing frequency of droughts disproportionately affects poorer communities, prompting efforts by countries and organizations to adapt by protecting land and water resources to enhance future resilience.