WHO: no radioactive leaks detected in Region

CAIRO – 31 March 2026: Tarik Jasarevic, the World Health Organization (WHO) spokesperson in Geneva, has confirmed that no radioactive leaks have been detected thus far following attacks on several nuclear facilities in the Region.

However, Jasarevic warned of a deepening humanitarian and health crisis in the region, cited the direct targeting of hospitals and the widespread disruption of medical supply chains as primary drivers of the emergency.

In televised remarks on Al-Hayah TV, Jasarevic noted that the WHO has focused for decades on providing guidance to member states regarding preparedness for nuclear and radiological risks. He explained that while multiple nuclear facilities have recently come under attack, international energy reports indicate that radiation levels remain within normal limits at this time.

He emphasized that the WHO maintains strict protocols to assess the situation and provide the necessary support to protect civilian populations should any leakage occur.

In a related context, the spokesperson pointed to the catastrophic challenges currently facing the healthcare sector due to ongoing military operations. He stressed that the targeting of medical facilities has made it increasingly difficult for the injured to receive life-saving treatment, further exacerbated by the devastating impact on medical production and supply chains.

Jasarevic concluded his remarks by expressing hope that the situation would not escalate into a radiological catastrophe. He reiterated that the most immediate danger remains the potential collapse of the regional health system and the increasing difficulty of saving lives under current conditions.