How can water scarcity create conflicts between countries?

Water scarcity alone, however, is infrequently the cause of armed conflict over water. Immediately precipitating causes include sociopolitical tensions; disputes over dams, reservoirs, and other large-scale projects; and disputes concerning environmental and resource issues. 1 What is water scarcity and how does it affect different countries? 2 How does conflict affect water scarcity?

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