Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Why are sandstorms becoming more common in the Middle East?

Why are sandstorms becoming more common in the Middle East?

Sandstorms have engulfed the Middle East from Saudi Arabia to Iraq and from Kuwait to Iran, causing flight delays, school closures and thousands of people being hospitalized with difficulty breathing. Experts warn that climate change could worsen, which could lead to unpleasant weather events in the coming years. As many as 1,285 people were hospitalized … Read more

World’s tallest building devoured by sandstorms in the Middle East

The world’s tallest building vanished under a grey cloud of dust on Wednesday as sandstorms raced over the Middle East, triggering weather and transportation concerns. The 828-meter (2,716-foot-6-inch) Burj Khalifa, which rises over Dubai and is typically visible across the busy financial metropolis, has receded behind an airborne dirt veil that has blanketed much of … Read more