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Iran fights oil pollution in coastal area near Qeshm

Iran reports measures against massive oil pollution in the sea near Qeshm Island following clashes in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran fights oil pollution in coastal area near Qeshm
Photo: Gore Lamar, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Iran has announced that it has begun addressing a massive oil pollution issue in the sea near Qeshm Island. This comes in the context of months-long clashes over shipping in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Initial reports indicate that measures have been initiated to contain an emerging oil slick in order to mitigate environmental impacts.

According to the Iranian newspaper 'Etemad', efforts to combat the pollution are already underway. However, details regarding the specific measures and their effectiveness remain unclear. Reports about the situation in the region suggest an increased need for action to prevent ecological damage.