Over 500 oil spills reported in Gulf since US-Iran war began
Since the US-Iran war began on February 28, over 500 oil spills have been documented in the Gulf, raising significant environmental concerns. In October alone, there were more than 30 attacks on oil tankers, with the supertanker Gem No 2 leaving a slick stretching 21 miles. Experts warn that the conflict poses a lasting threat to fragile marine ecosystems.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 03:00 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 03:30 UTC
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