US EditionWHO chief says reasons U.S. gave for withdrawing 'untrue'
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus dismissed U.S. claims on COVID-19 response as false and highlighted unresolved issues over unpaid dues totaling about $260 million.
- On January 22, 2026, the United States formally withdrew from the World Health Organization, announced by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- U.S. officials said the withdrawal followed a January 2025 executive order, citing WHO failures during the COVID-19 pandemic and protecting American sovereignty.
- World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the reasons cited by Washington are untrue and emphasized WHO acted quickly, shared information rapidly, and never recommended mandates or lockdowns.
- The WHO said the notification raises issues and will be examined by the WHO Executive Board next month and the World Health Assembly in May, while the United States owes $278 million in unpaid dues, NPR reported.
- Experts warn the loss of U.S. membership could weaken surveillance and coordination, noting WHO systems run 24/7 to support early detection and responses.
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