Israeli airstrike narrowly misses WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros at Sanaa International Airport in Yemen

Israeli airstrike targeted Sanaa International Airport in Yemen, misses the Director-General of the World Health Organization.

| Updated: 29 December, 2024 1:36 pm IST
Israeli airstrike targeted Sanaa International Airport in Yemen, misses the Director-General of the World Health Organization.
Israeli airstrike targeted Sanaa International Airport in Yemen, misses the Director-General of the World Health Organization. (Photo Illustration: Swastik Sharma)

NEW DELHI: In a shocking turn of events, an Israeli airstrike targeted Sanaa International Airport in Yemen, narrowly missing the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. Dr. Tedros was reportedly at the airport at the time of the strike, but fortunately, he was unharmed. The attack, which has raised significant concerns, occurred on December 29, 2024, as tensions in the region continue to escalate.

 

The airstrike, believed to be part of Israel’s ongoing military operations, hit the airport in the capital city of Yemen, causing significant damage to infrastructure. While the Israeli military has not yet provided official confirmation of the specific targets, sources suggest that the strike may have been aimed at specific military or strategic facilities within the airport.

 

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Dr. Tedros was in Yemen as part of a mission to coordinate WHO’s humanitarian efforts in the region, which has been ravaged by conflict for years. The organization has been working tirelessly to provide medical aid and support to the millions of people affected by the war in Yemen, which has resulted in one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises.

 

 

The WHO has condemned the attack, emphasizing the vulnerability of humanitarian workers in conflict zones. A spokesperson for the organization expressed deep concern over the incident, noting that Dr. Tedros had been in Yemen to assess the health situation and oversee relief efforts. The close call has heightened fears about the safety of aid workers in war-torn regions, as attacks on civilian infrastructure and humanitarian missions are increasingly common.

 

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Dr. Tedros, who has been an outspoken advocate for global health and peace, also issued a statement after the attack, calling for an end to violence and reiterating the importance of protecting health workers and civilians in conflict zones. The incident has drawn widespread international condemnation, with many calling for accountability and urging all parties involved in the conflict to prioritize the safety of non-combatants.

 

As investigations into the airstrike continue, the global community remains on high alert, monitoring the situation in Yemen and calling for greater efforts to ensure the protection of humanitarian workers and civilians.

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