INTERNATIONAL — April 3, 2026
Iran's President Urges Afghan Doctors to Condemn Alleged US, Israeli Attacks on Health Facilities
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned alleged US and Israeli attacks on Iranian health facilities as crimes against humanity and urged the World Health Organization, Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders and doctors worldwide to denounce them. The Iranian Embassy in Kabul specifically called on Afghan medical workers to support the condemnation.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hurriyat — 2 min read
KABUL — Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has condemned attacks by the United States and Israel on Iranian hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and health institutions, describing them as "savage" acts and "crimes against humanity."
Pezeshkian called on the World Health Organization, the Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders and medical professionals worldwide to denounce the strikes on health facilities.
The Iranian Embassy in Kabul relayed the president's message on his behalf, specifically appealing to Afghan doctors and health workers for their support in condemning the attacks.
Pezeshkian highlighted the targeting of pharmaceutical companies and research institutes, framing the incidents as violations warranting international outrage from the global medical community.
The appeal comes amid heightened tensions, with the Iranian leader seeking solidarity from health organizations and practitioners across borders, including in Afghanistan.
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The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Hurriyat: "savage attacks" (وحشیانه بریدونو) and "evident crime against humanity" (بشریت ضد دغه ښکاره جنایت) – these phrases employ strong emotional and moralistic language to frame the attacks as barbaric and reprehensible, blending reporting with advocacy.
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