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Head of Environmental Protection Organization: We Will Seek Help from Russia if Needed to Control Forest Fires

Jan 23, 2026 January 23, 2026 1 min read 📰 Iran International (Farsi)
📋 Key Takeaway

The head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization announced that firefighting resources are being sent from Turkey to combat ongoing forest fires in Mazandaran province, and assistance from Russia may be requested if needed. This situation highlights the severity of the forest fires affecting approximately eight hectares of land.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Iran's struggle with forest fires underscores the need for effective environmental management and international cooperation.

👥 Key Players

Shina Ansari MENTIONED
Head of Environmental Protection Organization
"Responsible for managing environmental issues in Iran, including forest conservation and disaster response."
Governor of Mazandaran MENTIONED
Local government official
"Oversees the affected region and coordinates local responses to environmental crises."
Turkey MENTIONED
Neighboring country providing firefighting assistance
"Offers immediate support in combating forest fires, reflecting regional cooperation."
Russia MENTIONED
Potential source of additional firefighting support
"A key ally of Iran, whose assistance could strengthen bilateral ties."

📰 What Happened

Iran is currently facing severe forest fires in the Mazandaran province, prompting the head of the Environmental Protection Organization to announce the dispatch of firefighting resources from Turkey. If the situation worsens, Iran may seek additional help from Russia.

  • Two firefighting planes and one helicopter are being sent from Turkey.
  • Approximately eight hectares of forest are currently affected by the fire.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The response to forest fires is critical for environmental protection and public health, impacting local communities and ecosystems.
🌍 Regional: Demonstrates regional cooperation in disaster response, which could influence future collaborations.
🌐 International: Highlights Iran's reliance on external support for environmental crises, potentially affecting its diplomatic relations.

📚 Background

Iran has faced increasing environmental challenges, including deforestation and climate-related disasters, which strain its natural resources and require urgent attention.

Climate change impacts in Iran Regional cooperation in environmental management
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
This information is likely framed to highlight government action and international cooperation, which may influence the portrayal of the situation.

Shina Ansari, the head of the Environmental Protection Organization, stated: "Two firefighting planes along with one helicopter and eight specialized personnel are being dispatched from Turkey to the Elit forest area, and if necessary, we will seek assistance from Russia to control the fire in the Chalous forest." This comes as the second phase of the fire in the Elit forests of Marzanabad began last Saturday and continues to this day. According to the governor of Mazandaran, about eight hectares of the forests in this area are affected by the fire.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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