‘We Sincerely Thank India’: Iran Thanks India For 1st Medical Aid Shipment To Iran As Conflict Continues
Kanishka Malhotra
NEW DELHI: First shipment of medical aid from India reached Iran on Wednesday, the Indian Embassy in Tehran confirmed. The Iranian embassy in India said that the delivery was received by the Iranian Red Crescent Society and expressed gratitude to the people of India. “The first shipment of medical aid from the esteemed people of India has been delivered. We sincerely thank the kind people of India,” the Embassy of Iran in India posted on social media. India has, in recent years, emerged as a notable provider of assistance to other countries. The aid comes as Iran grapples with the impact of the ongoing US-Israel military campaign, which began on February 28. Watch 'Esteemed, Kind People': Iran Thanks India As It Receives First Medical Aid Shipment From New Delhi According to Iran’s ambassador to the UN in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, more than 1,300 people have been killed and over 7,000 injured in Iran since the conflict began. Israel Iran War US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US pounds Iranian missile sites near key Strait of Hormuz; Iran rains down cluster bombs on Tel Aviv Iran confirms death of national security chief Ali Larijani, president Pezeshkian offers condolences Larijani Killing Escalates Conflict: Israel admits strike on Iran chief; Hormuz oil fears grow Meanwhile, the World Health Organisation (WHO) reported 18 attacks on healthcare facilities and confirmed that eight medical personnel have been killed. Poll What should be the priority for international medical aid? Basic healthcare Emergency response WHO officials say the Iranian healthcare system remained largely functional, despite the challanges. “Primary healthcare and health infrastructure are robust, and they can accommodate casualties as of now,” WHO regional director Hanan Balkhy told Reuters. The WHO also said it had contingency plans to deliver emergency supplies if the situation worsened. Officials further noted potential health risks from toxic “black rain” caused by smoke from oil facilities set on fire, which could increase respiratory infections. Flights for emergency medical aid, temporarily suspended from the WHO hub in Dubai, have now resumed.
NEW DELHI: The first consignment of medical aid from India reached Iran on Wednesday, as confirmed by the Indian Embassy in Tehran.
Iran Thanks India for Humanitarian Support
The Iranian Embassy in India stated that the shipment was received by the Iranian Red Crescent Society and expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people of India.
“The first shipment of medical aid from the esteemed people of India has been delivered. We sincerely thank the kind people of India,” the embassy said in a social media post.
India has increasingly positioned itself as a key provider of humanitarian assistance to countries in need. The latest aid comes at a time when Iran is dealing with the fallout of the ongoing US-Israel military campaign, which began on February 28.
Rising Casualties and Impact of Conflict
According to Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, the conflict has resulted in significant human loss, with more than 1,300 people killed and over 7,000 injured so far.
Meanwhile, the situation continues to evolve with escalating hostilities between the involved nations, further intensifying concerns over regional stability.
Strain on Healthcare System and WHO Response
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported at least 18 attacks on healthcare facilities, with eight medical personnel confirmed dead.
Despite the challenges, WHO officials indicated that Iran’s healthcare system remains largely functional. “Primary healthcare and health infrastructure are robust, and they can accommodate casualties as of now,” WHO Regional Director Hanan Balkhy said.
The organisation has also prepared contingency plans to send emergency medical supplies if the situation deteriorates further.
Emerging Health Risks and Relief Efforts
Officials have warned of additional health hazards, including the possibility of toxic “black rain” caused by smoke from burning oil facilities, which could lead to a rise in respiratory illnesses.
Flights carrying emergency medical aid, which were temporarily halted from the WHO logistics hub in Dubai, have now resumed, ensuring continued support for relief operations in the region.
