Tehran shrouded in toxic cloud after US-Israeli strikes on oil deposits

AFP / France 24
by Valérie DEKIMPE
March 9, 2026
2 min read

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US-Israeli strikes on Iranian oil deposits caused large fires and a toxic cloud over Tehran, raising health concerns.

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US-Israeli strikes have targeted Iranian oil infrastructure in Tehran, resulting in large fires and a toxic cloud over the city. Residents reported a persistent smell of burning and a darkened sky, even during daylight hours. According to FRANCE 24's Valérie Dekimpe, these strikes have created significant environmental and public health concerns for the local population. The full extent of the damage and long-term consequences remains under assessment.

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