Iraq blanketed by sandstorms

Iraq has been hit by dense sandstorms which have grounded flights and forced residents to stay indoors.The dust has also caused health problems for thousands of people, with the Iraqi authorities blaming global warming. Decades of military action may also be a factor.Gabriel Gatehouse reports from Baghdad.

BBC | July 9, 2009

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