environmental
Israeli Strikes on Tehran Oil Depots Raise Alarms Over Long-Term Environmental and Health Crisis
The Israeli military’s March 7, 2026, airstrikes targeting four major oil depots in the vicinity of Tehran have triggered a burgeoning environmental and public health crisis, according to a comprehensive investigation by Human Rights Watch (HRW). The attacks, which struck critical energy infrastructure in densely populated areas, have released a cocktail of toxic pollutants, potentially […]
Thai Court Holds Multinational Mining Firm Accountable for Environmental Damage in Landmark Class Action Ruling
In a significant judicial development that underscores the growing movement for corporate accountability in Southeast Asia, the Bangkok Civil Court has issued a landmark ruling against Akara Resources, a subsidiary of the Australian mining giant Kingsgate Consolidated Ltd. The court held the corporation responsible for widespread environmental contamination and health impacts resulting from its operation […]