WHO director urges Russia to ‘work for peace’

World Health Organization’s Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, urged Russia to work for peace, on Wednesday.

He implores, “for the sake of humanity.”

He says, “Tomorrow marks 50 days since Russia invaded Ukraine. In that time, 4.6 million refugees have left the country. Thousands of civilians have died, including children. There have been 119 verified attacks on health care. Health services continue to be severely disrupted, particularly in the east of the country.”

He urges Russia to work for the sake peace and tranquility.

WHO has verifies 120 attacks on health care sectors, since the invasion.

He says that evacuation corridors need to be established, so that people can acquire medical equipment, and necessary supplies.

For the first three months, WHO has received nearly 53% of its budget requirement for Ukraine..

He expressed gratitude to countries and organizations for prompting contributions as well as commitments to provide additional support. Long-term demands, however, will necessitate extra money.