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Iran Faces Medical Crisis Amid U.S.-Israeli Airstrikes

4/2/2026

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Emergency medical needs in Iran are escalating due to U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, with over 1,900 deaths and 21,000 injuries since February 28.
Maria Martinez, of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), said dwindling supplies and fear keep people from seeking aid.
The IFRC plans to transport supplies from Turkey on April 7, while its emergency appeal remains only 6% funded.

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Emergency medical needs in Iran are escalating due to U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, with over 1,900 deaths and 21,000 injuries since February 28.
Maria Martinez, of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), said dwindling supplies and fear keep people from seeking aid.
The IFRC plans to transport supplies from Turkey on April 7, while its emergency appeal remains only 6% funded.