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Scientists Warn Gulf Ships Threaten Biodiversity
The article discusses the dangers of the continued detention of more than 1,500 commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz since last February due to political conflicts, and the impact of this situation on the marine environment. The prolonged stay of these vessels in the area leads to the accumulation of marine organisms such as algae, mollusks, and crustaceans on their surfaces, increasing the likelihood of them being transported to ports around the world once navigation resumes. Scientists fear that this large gathering of invasive species could release new types of marine organisms, which may cause deterioration of local marine life, alter ecosystems, and result in economic damage—including disruption to fisheries and energy installations. Researchers have called for strict preventive measures, such as inspecting and cleaning ships before they leave the Gulf, as well as developing regulations to monitor and mitigate this phenomenon before it causes global environmental and economic crises.
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