In 2011, the plan to save Lake Urmia was introduced as a matter of urgency in the Islamic Republic’s parliament following environmental experts' criticisms and the persistence of the people of West Azerbaijan and East Azerbaijan. Although this action came late, it slightly increased hope for saving Lake Urmia.

In August 2011, the plan was reviewed. The details included pumping water from the Aras River, managing and properly overseeing river waters, and controlling dam construction.

The voting results were as follows:

57 votes in favor

94 votes against

25 abstentions

The plan was not approved, and Lake Urmia was abandoned to its fate.

When examining the list of votes and the representatives' constituencies, an interesting point emerged: the representatives who voted in favor were from the provinces of West Azerbaijan, East Azerbaijan, Ardabil, and Zanjan. This shows that the people of these regions were concerned about the future of the lake and their area.

Many questions arise:

Isn’t Lake Urmia within the borders of the Islamic Republic of Iran?

Aren’t the people of the region, who face the dangers of the lake drying up, citizens of Iran?

Has Lake Urmia become a victim of the racist and fascist policies of the Islamic Republic and its system?

Was the lake intentionally dried up? If so, what is the reason behind it