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WHO Reports 14 Healthcare Workers Killed in Lebanon Violence

3/15/2026

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The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed 14 healthcare workers were killed in southern Lebanon amid escalating violence.
Twelve medical professionals died in the Bourj Qalaouiyeh healthcare center strike.
Two paramedics were killed in Al Sowana in a separate attack.
Ghebreyesus condemned the violence against medical personnel and urged urgent action to de-escalate.
Since March 2, WHO has verified 27 attacks on healthcare in Lebanon, causing 30 deaths and 35 injuries.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed 14 healthcare workers were killed in southern Lebanon amid escalating violence.
Twelve medical professionals died in the Bourj Qalaouiyeh healthcare center strike.
Two paramedics were killed in Al Sowana in a separate attack.
Ghebreyesus condemned the violence against medical personnel and urged urgent action to de-escalate.
Since March 2, WHO has verified 27 attacks on healthcare in Lebanon, causing 30 deaths and 35 injuries.