MSF responds to conflict in the Middle East Civilians, hospitals, and other essential infrastructure must be protected at all times. Leila Rafei March 19 2026, 2:15pm While recent ceasefire announcements in Iran and Lebanon have brought some fragile relief, the situation remains uncertain, with urgent medical and humanitarian needs. Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is responding to the direct and indirect consequences of the conflict throughout the region.