World War III alert? Why Iran is distributing 180,000 iodine tablets as Trump weighs fresh strikes on nucl

The Economic Times · ET Online · 2026-11-07 12:24 UTC

Iran has started distributing iodine tablets to residents of Bushehr to prepare for potential nuclear emergencies. This distribution, which prioritizes areas near the nuclear power plant, includes 180,000 total tablets. The World Health Organisation recommends these tablets to protect against radioactive iodine exposure. Authorities emphasize the importance of child and pregnant women protection during these emergencies. Tensions with the US continue, prompting increased emergency preparedness activities in the region.

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