Iranian Rescuers Battle Trauma Amid Air Strikes

0:00World headlines in two minutes or less. You're tuned in to Global News Today. Iranian rescue workers, with the Red Crescent, are pushing through intense trauma while responding to non-stop U.S. and Israeli air strikes on Tehran. These teams face daily blasts, pulling bodies including children from the rubble, with one worker handling up to 10 callouts each day over the past, 10 days of conflict. The war kicked off on February 28th when Israel and the United States targeted Iran's nuclear program, missile capabilities, support for, regional militants, and crackdown on protests. Local authorities report more than 1,300 deaths so far, with no end in sight for the rescuers. Even with decades of experience from earthquakes, these volunteers are hit hard emotionally. Their hands shake from the stress, they struggle to sleep or eat, and the sight of dead kids haunts them deeply. Teams take cover at the sound of jets to dodge secondary strikes that can hit just 10 minutes later.

1:00They also manage heartbroken families crowding sights, desperate for any sign of loved ones, even just bodies. Between missions, workers at Red Crescent Basis Chad watch TV or play games to unwind. New volunteers, like a cleric from calm, have stepped up on impulse to help amid the chaos. Deianin is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com. Made in AI.