Sicily is facing a severe water crisis, the worst in decades, as drought conditions persist with the lowest rainfall since 2002. With lakes drying up and 2 million residents experiencing water rationing, farmers are struggling to sustain their crops, leading to significant agricultural losses.

The regional government has declared a state of emergency, allowing farmers to defer payments under the Common Agricultural Policy.

Meanwhile, military ships are delivering water to affected areas, but criticism mounts over the government's slow response to the crisis.

Citizens are taking to the streets in protest, demanding immediate action as the situation worsens, threatening both livelihoods and tourism in the region.