The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a grave warning about escalating attacks on Iran's healthcare infrastructure, with Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus confirming at least 20 facilities impacted since March 1. Among the most devastating strikes was the April 3 destruction of the newly built Delaram Sina Psychiatric Hospital, a facility designed to address critical mental health needs.
CGTN footage revealed shattered windows, disabled power systems, and abandoned medical equipment as staff fled for safety. The attack underscores growing concerns about the humanitarian toll of regional instability. "When healthcare becomes a target, humanity loses," Tedros stated, urging protection for medical workers and patients under international law.
This year's surge in infrastructure damage coincides with heightened geopolitical tensions, raising questions about long-term impacts on Iran's public health capacity. Analysts warn that the destruction of specialized facilities like Delaram Sina could create treatment gaps affecting vulnerable populations for years.
