A potential environmental concern has been raised regarding the impact of a possible Iran war. Scientists have expressed worries about the consequences of idling vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. When trade in the area resumes, these vessels could potentially unleash a significant invasive marine event.

This event has been described as a "super-spreader event", although further details are not provided here. For more information on this issue, readers can refer to the Waco Tribune-Herald, which has reported on the scientists' warnings about the potential consequences of idling vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.