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With every bomb falling in the Middle East, an environmental disaster unfolds

With every bomb falling in the Middle East, an environmental disaster unfolds

The ongoing conflict involving Israel and the United States against Iran has caused a significant environmental crisis within its first three weeks. Over four hundred environmental incidents have been reported, potentially exposing millions of people to hazardous toxic substances.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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