Tehran shrouded in cloud of toxic smoke after Israel’ attacks on fuel depots, says Iranian foreign ministry

Tehran (Web Desk): The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has raised serious concerns over the aftermath of recent Israeli attacks on Iran’s oil facilities, warning that the strikes have resulted in the release of toxic substances into the atmosphere, posing a major threat to public health and safety.

According to ministry officials, Israeli forces targeted several oil refineries across Iran as well as the Shahran oil depot near Tehran, causing extensive damage to critical energy infrastructure.

The spokesperson stated that these attacks have significantly increased environmental hazards, with poisonous chemicals now present in the air, threatening the lives and health of civilians in nearby areas.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that beyond immediate human casualties or damage to facilities, the attacks have created long-term ecological risks, including air pollution, soil contamination, and potential hazards to water supplies.

Officials warned that prolonged exposure to these toxic substances could lead to serious respiratory, neurological, and other health problems for the affected population.

Iranian authorities also stressed the broader consequences of such attacks, stating that targeting energy infrastructure not only violates international norms but also jeopardizes the region’s environmental stability and public safety.

The ministry called on the international community to take notice of these humanitarian and environmental risks and hold those responsible accountable.

Experts have noted that the strikes could aggravate regional tensions while simultaneously creating a humanitarian and ecological crisis, particularly if such attacks continue. The Iranian government warned that any escalation could have far-reaching effects on both public health and the environment, urging global attention and intervention.