This Doctors’ and Pharmacists’ Day, Iran’s medical professionals sounded “Code 99” not to revive the critically ill, but to resurrect fading humanity. Donning white coats at the entrance of the University of Tehran, doctors, pharmacists, and healthcare workers rallied in solidarity with Gaza, amplifying the plight of its people to the world.
Protest at Tehran University Supports Gaza
According to Jahanbanou News Agency, on the anniversary of Doctors’ and Pharmacists’ Day, numerous Iranian medical professionals—physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare staff—gathered at the main gate of the University of Tehran in a protest aimed at supporting Gaza’s healthcare workers and oppressed civilians. The demonstration served as a repudiation of the atrocities committed by the Israeli regime.
The Symbolism of “Code 99”
This time, “Code 99” wasn’t an emergency code for critical patients—it became a call to revive humanity itself. In their white coats, participants embodied the humanitarian and professional responsibilities they feel toward suffering Gazans.
Ceremony Highlights
The event began with the recitation of verses from the Quran. This was followed by remarks from the head of Iran’s Medical Council, who stressed the urgent need to stand against injustice and defend the defenseless people of Gaza.
Trilingual Statement Condemning Israeli Crimes
An Arab-speaking female doctor read a statement in Persian, Arabic, and English. It explicitly condemned the Israeli regime’s crimes and demanded immediate action from international institutions. The statement, endorsed by those present, will be forwarded to global organizations.
Core Slogan & Visual Impact
The rally’s central slogan was: “Those who remain silent in the face of oppression become complicit; we will stand against the oppressor’s crimes.” By wearing white coats, participants visually reinforced their moral and professional duty to the Gazan people.
Reporter: Mahta Sanei