Middle East conflict doubles Persian Gulf oil pollution, satellite data shows

Attacks on tankers and oil infrastructure in the Persian Gulf have caused oil spills, with surface pollution twice as large as in conflict-free conditions, according to scientific research. The environmental damage is an emerging consequence of the ongoing war, with the full extent still being assessed. This highlights a new dimension of the conflict's impact beyond immediate security and economic effects.

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