A powerful sandstorm has struck Baghdad, drastically reducing visibility and leading to the cancellation of several flights. The storm, originating from Iran, has caused significant disruptions in ...

A sand and dust storm hit southwestern Iran on Sunday, resulting in the closure of schools and public buildings and the cancellation of flights due to poor visibility, state media reported. FR AR ...

In July 2022, schools and government offices closed in Iran’s capital and several other cities in the country, after a sandstorm blanketed Tehran and the surrounding region.