Baqubah: Two individuals have been apprehended by police forces in Baqubah on charges of causing environmental damage by cutting down ancient trees. The arrests underscore the increasing concern over environmental degradation in the region.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the two suspects were caught in the act of cutting down perennial eucalyptus trees in the western part of Baqubah. Legal proceedings have been initiated against them as part of efforts to protect the area’s green environment. The authorities emphasize that these measures are crucial to curbing activities that harm the ecosystem.

The phenomenon of tree cutting has become increasingly prevalent in the Diyala Governorate, leading to a dramatic decline in the number of ancient trees. This trend has raised alarms among environmentalists and local authorities, prompting more stringent enforcement of environmental protection laws.