WHO: Eastern Mediterranean leads world in healthcare attacks, funding cuts hit 2,000 facilities

WHO chief Tedros reports the Eastern Mediterranean region has recorded more attacks on health facilities, workers, and patients than any other region, with nearly 2,000 facilities affected by funding shortages. The statement highlights a dual crisis of conflict-driven violence and financial constraints undermining healthcare access. The exact breakdown of attacks versus funding-related closures remains unspecified, and the operational impact on regional health systems is still unfolding.