The Human and Environmental Costs of the War in Iran
Publisher: Center for American Progress
Author(s): Kalina Gibson, Dawn Le, and Ariana Sharghi
Date: 2026
Topics: Conflict Causes, Governance, Public Health, Weapons, Waste, and Pollution
Countries: Iran, Israel, United States
Civilians have suffered devastating health and environmental costs as a result of the US and Israeli war with Iran, from mass displacement and polluted air and water to long-term health risks for future generations.