WHO Urges U.S. to Reconsider Withdrawal After Trump's Executive Order

Jan 21, 2025, 10:25 AM

The World Health Organization expressed regret over the United States' announcement of its intent to withdraw from the organization. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and spokesperson Tarik Jasarevic stated that the agency hopes the U.S. will reconsider its decision and looks forward to engaging in constructive dialogue. The announcement follows President Donald Trump's signing of an executive order to leave the WHO. The organization emphasized its crucial role in protecting global health and security.