The Bible suggests the world will end when this river dries up — and it’s happening now

Water levels across parts of the Euphrates have fallen dramatically in recent years (Picture: AFP via Getty Images)

For a river, the Euphrates has developed a surprisingly dramatic reputation over the years.

Civilisations rose alongside it. Religions wrote about it. And the Book of Revelation is said to suggest that when it eventually dries up, the apocalypse will not be far behind.