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The War in Iran Has Triggered a Helium Crisis

The war in Iran has cut off access to a large share of global helium resources, which are needed for lifesaving medical procedures and semiconductor production. This crisis could have been avoided if the US hadn’t sold its stockpile to private companies. Pipes for exploratory drilling for helium lie.

Pipes for exploratory drilling for helium lie.

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