The eruption of the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia, dormant for nearly 12,000 years, has released significant amounts of sulfur dioxide gas into the atmosphere, impacting regions across the Middle East. Shawkat Odeh, an expert from the International Astronomical Centre, shared satellite images showing the gas’s dispersion over Yemen and Oman on November 23 and 24. This phenomenon is not unprecedented; Odeh recalled a previous volcanic event that altered the sky’s color, blending blue and red hues to create a striking purple shimmer during sunset. The recent eruption has drawn attention to the far-reaching effects of volcanic activity, even in regions distant from the source. The UAE-based expert’s findings highlight the interconnectedness of global environmental events and their impact on neighboring countries.