Iran: Toxic Skies and Scarce Water: How the Iran Conflict Threatens the Middle East Environment

Mar 14, 2026 | Mohammad Ehsan Leghari
Friday Times
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The US–Israel–Iran conflict has entered its tenth day, birthing a profound and complex environmental crisis alongside regional security threats. While global attention remains fixed on military strategies, casualties, and the shifting alignment of political allies, a significant and long-lasting impact is being etched into the region's ecosystem.