A United Nations forum in Beirut has called for stronger global cooperation to address the rising threat of sand and dust storms, which experts say are worsening and pose serious health and environmental risks.
The two-day event brought together scientists, policymakers and international experts to discuss early warning systems, funding, and policy integration.
Western Asia is among the hardest-hit regions, according to the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia.
The UN has designated 2025–2034 as the Decade on Combating Sand and Dust Storms.