According to KhabarOnline, first and foremost, since the establishment of the ceasefire until this date, there have been no explosions on Kharg Island that could be attributed to the presence of deer in the city. Therefore, linking these images to the occurrence of an explosion or the impacts of war is merely an inaccurate narrative lacking any foundation. IRNA reported that the presence of deer within the urban area of Kharg is not a new phenomenon; these valuable animals have coexisted with the island’s residents for decades. According to local accounts, a pair of deer was transferred to the island nearly a century ago, and due to the beliefs of the people, the prohibition of hunting, and Kharg being under the protection of the Environmental Protection Organization, the population of this species has gradually increased.
Over the years, deer have freely roamed urban areas, parks, roads, and even oil facilities on the island. This behavior is the result of years of peaceful coexistence with the people of Kharg, a sense of security, and the animals becoming accustomed to human presence, with no connection to fear or fleeing from any specific incident. The Environmental Protection Organization continuously monitors the status of this species. The utilization of a 30,000-liter water reservoir (approximately 50,000 liters in total), the construction of special wildlife watering holes, the provision of fodder, veterinary care, and ongoing monitoring of the deer population are part of the measures taken to protect this valuable natural asset.
According to officials from the Kharg Environmental Protection Department, the claim regarding the deer seeking refuge due to the sound of an explosion has been completely rejected, and there is no scientific or field evidence to support it. Today, the population of deer on Kharg Island has exceeded the island’s natural capacity, with a significant portion being fed manually. This situation has led to these animals being observed without fear in various parts of the island; a scene that has been completely normal and well-known to the people of Kharg for years. In conclusion, it is expected that media outlets and social media activists ensure the accuracy of information before publishing news and refrain from disseminating unsubstantiated content and false narratives that can disturb public opinion and distort reality. Responsible reporting, integrity in news transmission, and respect for the truth are the most important missions of the media in any circumstance.
