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Iraq: Mass fish die-off in Iraq’s Najaf linked to oxygen depletion

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SHOTLIST: NAJAF, IRAQ (JUNE 3, 2025) (ANADOLU – ACCESS ALL) 1. VARIOUS OF DRONE SHOTS OF MASS FISH DIE-OUT IN IRAQ’S NAJAF 2. VARIOUS OF DEAD FISH FLOATING ON SURFACE, COVERING WATERNAJAF, IRAQ - JUNE 3, 2025: A mass fish die-off in a marsh area near Najaf, Iraq has sparked alarm among local residents on Tuesday, June 3. Thousands of dead fish were seen floating on the water’s surface, creating disturbing scenes and spreading a strong stench across the surrounding area. Initial investigations by the Najaf Environment Directorate indicate that the fish were not poisoned. Instead, officials pointed to a lack of oxygen in the water as the likely cause of the die-off. The environmental incident has sparked concern, with environmental advocates urging authorities to address potential ecological imbalances before further damage occurs. Reporting by Karar Essa / Writing by Aleyna Cil

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