The World Health Organisation (WHO), Tedros Ghebreyesus, has condemned the killing of health workers in Amhara region of Ethiopia. Add as a preferred source on GoogleHe called for the protection of health workers and an impartial investigation into the incident. Pattern of attacks on health workersThe incident reflects a broader pattern of attacks on health workers in conflict zones, which the WHO has repeatedly condemned. PREMIUM TIMES has reported several incidents in which the health agency raised concerns over attacks on health workers and facilities across different regions. They condemned the killing of paramedics in Lebanon during the ongoing regional conflict, warning that health workers are increasingly exposed to violence while providing emergency care.

Source: Ethiopian News April 09, 2026 16:55 UTC