Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 3rd March 2026, 7:18 AM
A recent joint military operation conducted by the United States and Israel has caused significant damage to at least nine hospitals across Iran, according to Fatemeh Mohammad Beigi, a member of Iran’s parliamentary health commission. The report was cited by Iranian state media and subsequently covered by international news outlets.
Beigi revealed that five of the affected hospitals are located in the capital, Tehran, while the remaining four are spread across other major cities. She emphasised that Gandhi Hospital in Tehran has been completely evacuated as a precautionary measure, with all patients relocated to alternative medical facilities. The move was prompted by concerns that hospitals could be potential targets of future strikes by the joint US-Israel forces.
Speaking to journalists, Beigi stated, “Such attacks on healthcare infrastructure have severe consequences for ordinary citizens. Emergency services in Tehran hospitals are currently limited, and patient relocation efforts are underway. The Ministry of Health and local authorities are working together to stabilise the situation as quickly as possible.”
| Hospital Name | City | Extent of Damage | Patient Relocation Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gandhi Hospital | Tehran | Completely damaged | All patients relocated |
| Ali Seen Hospital | Tehran | Partially damaged | Limited patient relocation |
| Nowr Hospital | Tehran | Partially damaged | Limited patient relocation |
| Iran Medical Center | Tehran | Severely damaged | Partial relocation |
| Shaheed Beheshti Hospital | Tehran | Partially damaged | Partial relocation |
| Ahvaz Hospital | Ahvaz | Partially damaged | Limited patient relocation |
| Isfahan Medical Center | Isfahan | Partially damaged | Limited patient relocation |
| Majan Shaheed Hospital | Majan | Partially damaged | Limited patient relocation |
| Tabriz Central Hospital | Tabriz | Partially damaged | Limited patient relocation |
Beigi further warned that these attacks represent a serious threat to Iran’s healthcare system and emergency medical services. She urged international human rights organisations to intervene immediately and called for enhanced protective measures to safeguard medical facilities. The Iranian Ministry of Interior and the military have reportedly increased defence measures around hospitals to prevent further attacks.
Analysts have cautioned that the strikes could have long-term repercussions on public health. The disruption of hospital services in densely populated cities like Tehran places hundreds of thousands of patients at risk, particularly those requiring urgent medical care.
The recent attacks underscore a new challenge for Iran’s public health infrastructure. Rapid government response and strengthened healthcare security protocols are now considered essential to mitigate both immediate and long-term impacts on the nation’s medical services.
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