Arabian Peninsula’s desert was once home to a vast lake and rivers

Unveiling the Secrets of a Lush Arabian Desert: The Ancient Link Between Africa and Asia

A Flourishing Green Oasis in the Arabian Desert: A Link Between Africa and Asia Recent research has unveiled a remarkable revelation that challenges conventional views of the arid Arabian landscape. Evidence suggests that this region may have once hosted a vibrant ecosystem, acting as a crucial bridge between Africa and Asia. Contrary to its current barren state, the Arabian Desert was likely a lush habitat brimming with life during certain past…

Arabian Peninsula’s desert was once home to a vast lake and rivers

During the late stages of the last ice age, the Arabian Desert wasn’t always the dry expanse you know today. In fact, recent geological and climate research has revealed a very different past—one shaped by powerful monsoons, vast lakes, and flowing rivers. A new study led by Abdallah Zaki and Sébastien Castelltort of the University of Geneva (UNIGE) reconstructs this forgotten landscape and shows how it reshaped both the environment and patterns…