Environment

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  Environment

  2023-07-21

  UN tanker arrives to avert Red Sea oil disaster, but risk and political issues linger

  With oil pumping from a decaying tanker in the Red Sea about to begin, the Houthis and Yemen's government are still wrangling over the oil.

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  Environment

  2023-04-24

  China greenlights new coal-fired power plants despite commitment to reduce emissions

  Increased greenhouse gas emissions from the coal plants will accelerate climate change, resulting in more frequent extreme weather such as heat waves, drought and floods.

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  Environment

  2023-03-10

  UN makes 'major breakthrough' to prevent Yemen oil spill disaster

  If all goes to plan, a vessel to remove oil from a decaying tanker off the coast of Yemen will begin the transfer operation in early May, UN says.

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  Environment

  2023-02-06

  International help on way as Türkiye, Syria respond to deadly earthquakes

  Death toll continues to rise as local and international rescuers respond to the most powerful earthquake in nearly a century in the region.

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  Environment

  2022-12-15

  Project to rehabilitate nature reserves in Yemen aims to mitigate effects of war

  The project aims to create climate-friendly jobs in the reserves and support farmers and fishermen amid the ongoing conflict.

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  Environment

  2022-11-03

  Rainwater reservoirs tackle Yemen water shortage

  Residents of some rural areas must fetch water on foot, carrying it for long distances. Rainwater reservoirs have helped to address this challenge.

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  Environment

  2022-06-13

  Saudi pledges $10 million to prevent Red Sea oil spill disaster off Yemen

  The offloading operation needs to be completed by the end of September to avoid 'turbulent winds' that pick up later in the year, UN says.

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  Environment

  2022-06-01

  Conflicts exacerbate drought that threatens millions in Syria, Iraq

  The Syrian regime's extended war on its own people and Iran's river diversions have exacerbated the regional drought, posing a serious threat to food security and the environment.

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  Environment

  2022-04-21

  Iraqi farmers replant after ISIS with help from USAID and partners

  The Taafi project has been helping Iraqi communities most affected by ISIS rebuild their areas and restore their livelihoods, including through agricultural and industrial projects.

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  Environment

  2022-02-01

  Several countries reject Iran's exported produce, raising concerns for domestic use

  Some officials accuse the authorities of putting the health of Iranians in danger by using low-quality Chinese toxins and pesticides for growing produce.