Over the weekend, 'black rain' fell on Iran following US-Israeli strikes on oil depots, leading to serious pollution concerns. The pollutants, including heavy metals and carcinogenic compounds, pose immediate health risks and threaten marine life. The strikes have also impacted desalination plants, crucial for freshwater supply in the region, exacerbating an already serious water crisis. The ongoing conflict is likely to increase emissions and disrupt food and energy supplies, highlighting the vulnerability of Middle Eastern nations. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)