Khabur River

Quick Facts

• Type: River
• Location: Northeastern Syria
• Mouth: Euphrates River
• Region: Kurdish areas of Syria

Overview

The Khabur River rises in southeastern Turkey and flows across northeastern Syria before joining the Euphrates. It is the main watercourse of the Jazira region and has long supported agriculture and settlement.

Irrigated plains along the river have been important for farming communities, making the Khabur a vital lifeline across the Syrian steppe.

Landscape and Culture

Riverbanks are lined with fields, canals, and small towns, many with Kurdish populations. Seasonal variations in flow strongly affect local agriculture and water management.

Notes

The Khabur basin is one of Syria’s most important agricultural regions.