Beirut, Lebanon | 5 April 2026 Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director of WHO’s Health Emergencies Programme, has concluded a three-day mission to Lebanon, reaffirming the World Health Organization’s support for the country’s health emergency response amid the conflict and growing humanitarian needs. Dr Ihekweazu met with national authorities, including the Prime Minister and the Health Minister, United Nations leadership, the humanitarian coordinator, other partners, displaced people, and frontline health workers to hear from their experiences and identify priority areas for WHO’s continued support. “I felt deep empathy for the families displaced from their homes, and a renewed respect for the dedication of the whole system, including WHO colleagues,” said Dr Ihekweazu. “This dedication, combined with investments in preparedness, have kept the health system functioning for now, but it is unclear how long it can withstand repeated shocks as the conflict continues.”  In support of the...