Environment Minister Threatens Strict Legal Measures Against Oil Companies in Basra to Curb Pollution

mesoiraq - The Ministry of Environment threatened to take strict and decisive legal measures against international oil companies operating in Basra Governorate, against the backdrop of continuing negative indicators of environmental pollution resulting from industrial activities. The ministry affirmed during a field tour and press conference that companies are obligated to halt pollution and develop immediate remedial plans proportional to their profits, stressing the necessity of adhering to global environmental standards to protect ecosystems, water, and air in the governorate.