Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Calls for Ceasefire and Political Solution in Emotional Appeal

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Calls for Ceasefire and Political Solution in Emotional Appeal

VoM News Desk | January 26, 2024 | 09:38 AM IST | Palasteine, World | Follow on Google News

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Calls for Ceasefire and Political Solution in Emotional Appeal

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Calls for Ceasefire and Political Solution in Emotional Appeal

The head of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, made an impassioned plea during the WHO Executive Board meeting, urging a ceasefire and a political solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The discussion focused on the health emergency in Gaza, with Tedros describing the conditions as “hellish.”

Tedros’ Emotional Testimony

Having experienced war as a child, Tedros, who grew up during Ethiopia’s border war with Eritrea, became emotional while sharing his perspective. He stressed his belief that war only leads to more suffering and destruction, advocating for a political resolution to the longstanding conflict.

Israel’s Response and Accusations

Following Tedros’ remarks, Israel’s ambassador criticized his comments as a “complete leadership failure.” The ambassador accused the WHO of ignoring Hamas’ military activities in Gaza hospitals and not addressing the broader context, including hostage-taking, rapes, and murders committed by Hamas operatives in Israel.

Warning of Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

In addition to calling for a ceasefire, Tedros warned that more people in Gaza could face starvation and disease. He painted a grim picture of the situation, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.

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