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The Vietnam War ended 50 years ago, but the battle with Agent Orange continues
- The conflict in Vietnam concluded on April 30, 1975, with the capture of Saigon by Communist troops, a pivotal event that deeply impacted millions across the country.
- Decades of U.S. defoliant spraying, including 72 million liters of Agent Orange, contaminated areas such as Da Nang, where Nguyen Thanh Hai grew up.
- Agent Orange has persisted in soil and water, causing health issues for 3 million people, including children, with effects spanning multiple generations.
- Since 2006, the U.S. and Vietnam have cooperated on cleanup projects, spending over $155 million, including a $110 million Da Nang cleanup completed in 2018.
- Despite resumed efforts, future U.S. aid remains uncertain, fueling concerns about sustaining progress and the long-term health risks linked to Agent Orange.
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Vietnam War has ended, but battle with Agent Orange continues
DA NANG, Vietnam — The Vietnam War ended on April 30, 1975, when the South Vietnamese capital of Saigon fell to Communist forces. But millions of people still face daily battles with its chemical legacy.
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