A group of Iranian healthcare professionals gathered outside Tehran’s Gandhi Hospital to denounce the recent war crimes committed by what they described as the “Zionist-American aggressors,” expressing outrage over the attacks on civilian and medical sites.
Healthcare Staff Condemn Attacks on Civilian and Medical Facilities
In front of Gandhi Hospital, members of Iran’s medical community raised their voices in protest, condemning what they called the brutal and inhumane actions of Israel and the United States. The demonstrators held placards and chanted slogans against the attacks on hospitals and non‑military targets across the country.
One of the placards read: “Attacking medical centers is a clear act of terrorism and a flagrant violation of fundamental human rights.”
Another sign carried the message: “We have a blood feud with America,” symbolizing the deep resentment toward what protesters described as crimes committed by the “Zionist-American enemy,” including the assassinations of Iranian leaders and the suffering of innocent civilians.
Gandhi Hospital Suffers Damage in Alleged Airstrike
According to local reports, on March 1 (Esfand 10 in the Persian calendar), Gandhi Hospital in Tehran was struck in what officials called a war crime by “Zionist-American forces.” The attack caused major structural damage and forced the evacuation of the facility.
The assaults have reportedly affected more than 13 hospitals and 11 Red Crescent bases nationwide. Several emergency units were also destroyed, and 10 medical staff members lost their lives during these strikes.
International Law and the Geneva Conventions
Under the Geneva Conventions, healthcare facilities must remain protected during conflicts. However, Iranian officials stated that the aggressors have “blatantly violated international law,” citing repeated attacks on hospitals, schools, and other civilian infrastructures.
Remarks by Medical Council President Mohammad Raeiszadeh
Mohammad Raeiszadeh, President of Iran’s Medical Council, attended the rally and emphasized the significance of the protest:
“The message of today’s gathering is to show the world that healthcare centers and medical staff have been targeted in violation of all international conventions,” he said.
Raeiszadeh added that over 20 hospitals and emergency facilities have come under attack, resulting in 10 medical martyrs.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the healthcare community:
“The medical and health personnel stand alongside the people in this national defense, offering services in both combat medicine and public healthcare.”
The official also noted that over 30 percent of the country’s martyrs were children, stressing that the aggressors deliberately targeted innocent civilians, children, and medical staff.
From: Tasnimnews
