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Iranian Health Facilities Face Escalating Threats Amid Regional Conflict

In a recent statement, World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed concern over a surge in attacks targeting healthcare infrastructure in Tehran, Iran. According to the WHO, at least 20 facilities have been confirmed as being under attack, with the Pasteur Institute in Tehran suffering significant damage from an air strike.

The WHO chief noted that the Pasteur Institute, a crucial hub for health services, was left unable to operate following the assault. However, Iranian officials have disputed this claim, stating that the facility’s operations remain uninterrupted. Despite this, production of vaccines and serums is expected to continue.

The escalating conflict in the Middle East appears to be expanding its scope, with Israel and the United States now targeting a broader range of infrastructure, including health, educational, and transportation facilities. A recent strike on a research facility at the Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran has further heightened concerns about the safety of Iran’s healthcare system.

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