World · 19 March 2026
WHO braces for nuclear fallout as Iran war keeps escalating
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A potential nuclear incident in the Middle East could cause harm globally, persisting for many decades. On March 19, the World Health Organisation stated it's reviewing protocols for radiation exposure, mass casualties, and environmental damage. This preparation comes amid escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict, with international agencies warning of radiological incidents.
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