Article #88991

Times of India

Times of India

Title Around 1200 BCE, major Mediterranean civilisations began collapsing; scientists have now reconstructed the climate conditions surrounding the crisis Source Times of India
Description A new study suggests prolonged drought pressured eastern Mediterranean societies. This drying significantly affected agriculture and food security across the region. Drought acted as a threat multiplier, worsening existing societal challenges. Warfare and invasions interacted with environmental stress during this period. Understanding past climate pressures informs our view of societal vulnerability.
Link https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/around-1200-bce-major-mediterranean-civilisations-began-collapsing-scientists-have-now-reconstructed-the-climate-conditions-surrounding-the-crisis/articleshow/132662191.cms Published At 2026-07-27 09:00:55 (2 weeks ago)
Created At 2026-07-27 09:08:32 Updated At 2026-07-27 09:08:32