The river has only two major tributaries downstream of Turkey: the Khabur and the Balikh rivers, both located in Syria.
Formed by the confluence of the Karasu and Murat rivers in Turkey. eufrat
The basin experiences a range of climates, from Mediterranean in the north with high precipitation (up to 1,500 mm/year) to a hot, dry desert climate in the south (receiving as little as 60 mm/year). Historical Significance The river has only two major tributaries downstream