Araz News: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has written a letter to inform that Japan is ready to assist Lake Urmia rescue operation. Iranian news agency, Tasnim reports it quoting member of Iran’s parliament Mr. Davatgari. He added Japanese prime minister has informed that Japanese experts have necessary knowledge and expertise to bring Lake Urmia back to life.

Lake Urmia, second largest salt lake in the world, in South Azerbaijan (north western Iran) has dried largely during the last years. Experts say billons tons of salt will destroy the human and wild life in region being spread by wind and millions will be forced to displace. Many blame Iranian government of carelessness against the major environmental disaster. Even some people accuse Iranian state to left the lake to be dried intentionally.