Hanan Balhki

Dr. Hanan Balhki is the Regional Director of the World Health Organization (WHO) for the Eastern Mediterranean. She has been a prominent voice in advocating for health and humanitarian assistance in conflict-affected regions. Recently, she highlighted the dire medical situation in Gaza, where a significant shortage of medical supplies and essential medications has occurred due to ongoing blockades and the lack of humanitarian aid, emphasizing the catastrophic impact on both current and future generations.