Is Tehran’s Air Being Weaponized After Oil Depot Strikes?
After strikes on oil depots, black rain fell over Tehran, carrying petrochemical smoke that can contaminate lungs, soil and water. Here’s what that means for health and the environment.
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After strikes on oil depots, black rain fell over Tehran, carrying petrochemical smoke that can contaminate lungs, soil and water. Here’s what that means for health and the environment.
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