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ICRC outraged as premises in Gaza struck and damaged by explosive

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 15:28

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Artificial intelligence in the military domain: ICRC submits recommendations to UN Secretary-General

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 14:52

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Uganda: Facts & Figures 2024

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 12:53

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Rwanda: Facts & Figures 2024

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 10:03

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Bangladesh: Our work in 2024 - facts and figures

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 06:24

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Sudan: ICRC president warns of dire consequences if war in Sudan rages unabated for third year

Monday, April 14, 2025 - 15:36

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The ICRC is registering unprecedented numbers of missing persons

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - 16:14

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ICRC in South Sudan

Friday, April 11, 2025 - 16:33

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Two years of devastation in Sudan: A civilian toll that cannot be ignored

Friday, April 11, 2025 - 14:17

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The 23rd International Committee of the Red Cross Essay Competition for East African Universities

Sunday, June 15, 2025 - 16:00

Building a Culture of Respect for International Humanitarian Law (IHL): Challenges and Prospects

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Empress Shōken Fund announces grants in 2025 to support Red Cross and Red Crescent projects in 17 countries

Friday, April 11, 2025 - 09:00

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Somalia: Frontline hospitals under pressure as fighting escalates

Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 16:46

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Sudan: “We have nothing to go back to”– new report sheds light on two years of devastation in Sudan

Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 08:41

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The ICRC’s Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2024

Thursday, April 10, 2025 - 11:00

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The Tool on African Traditions and the Preservation of Humanity in Warfare

Thursday, April 17, 2025 - 15:04

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Haiti: Renewed clashes fuel a humanitarian crisis that has no end in sight

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 19:53

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Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation - Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April 2025

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 - 10:29

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Senior police officials from 63 countries meet in Colombia to strengthen the implementation of international standards in police operations

Monday, April 7, 2025 - 09:00

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Highlights of the ICRC’s activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2024

Monday, March 10, 2025 - 14:12

Strengthening partnerships for sustainable humanitarian action

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Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Myanmar

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 15:44

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Myanmar: Landmine awareness saves lives amid conflict and natural disasters

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 11:36

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Myanmar: ICRC calls for courageous decisions to bring respite to suffering communities

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 10:31

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A Week in Ukraine

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 10:00

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The constant danger of explosive hazards

Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 08:00

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Frequently asked questions on the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention or ‘Ottawa Treaty’

Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 18:34

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With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold international humanitarian law and the vision of a mine-free world

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 06:50

Joint statement by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden National Red Cross Societies

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Humanitarian Report 2025: the situation in Colombia reached its most critical point in eight years in 2024.

Thursday, March 27, 2025 - 08:00

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Afghanistan: Communities still endangered by mines and unexploded ordnance

Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:44

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International Mine Awareness Day: Addressing the threat of explosive ordnance in Syria

Thursday, April 3, 2025 - 10:16

A statement from Stephan Sakalian, the Head of ICRC Delegation in Syria

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Ethiopia: Raising awareness about weapon contamination among schoolchildren in Oromia

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 09:00

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Landmines and explosive remnants cast a long shadow over Iraq amid recovery efforts

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 09:00

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Devastating earthquake in Myanmar: ICRC responds to help people on the ground

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 - 15:04

Providing medical supplies, access to clean water, critical supplies, and helping families keep in touch in the wake of disaster

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Armenia: Operational highlights for 2024

Monday, March 31, 2025 - 11:19

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Romania ratifies the ICRC’s country status agreement

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - 10:00

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Poland: ICRC vice-president exchanges with government officials

Saturday, October 12, 2024 - 10:00

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Hungary: 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions

Tuesday, November 12, 2024 - 08:36

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Switzerland: Six National Societies participate in pilot exchange on Restoring Family Links at the CTA-B

Sunday, December 1, 2024 - 10:00

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Ukraine: Field visit for representatives of foreign ministries under Warsaw Regional Delegation

Sunday, November 17, 2024 - 10:00

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Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC appalled by killing of PRCS medics and first responders

Sunday, March 30, 2025 - 20:33

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Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: Helping civilians cross frontlines and borders

Monday, March 31, 2025 - 06:35

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In the minefields of Iraq, Noora works to restore life and hope to her homeland

Friday, April 4, 2025 - 14:40

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FACT SHEET: Addressing Sexual Violence in South Sudan

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 14:03

2024 Highlights

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ICRC at the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum: A Voice for Humanity

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 09:08

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Sudan: Delivering life-saving care to support a health system in crisis

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 - 09:56

Atbara, Sudan

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Sudan:Facts and Figures 2024

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 - 08:12

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Philippines: Renewed hope for displaced families in Basilan

Monday, March 24, 2025 - 15:00

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Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC office in Gaza damaged, civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected

Monday, March 24, 2025 - 15:41

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The long shadow of war: Landmines, the unjustifiable weapons of long-term suffering

Monday, March 24, 2025 - 15:20

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Afghanistan: Addressing the water crisis for communities

Saturday, March 22, 2025 - 04:40

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ICRC Regional Director, Nicolas Von Arx, warns of catastrophic consequences for civilians caught up in endless escalations in the Middle East

Friday, March 21, 2025 - 12:31

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Draft Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation - Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) March 2025

Friday, March 21, 2025 - 10:49

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Finding hope amid loss: Families of missing persons rebuild lives in northeast Nigeria

Friday, March 21, 2025 - 10:39

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Ethiopia: Solar power helps bring back water to the population of conflict-affected Lalibela

Friday, March 21, 2025 - 10:01

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ICRC brings together experts to explore how upholding rules of war can help facilitate peace

Thursday, March 20, 2025 - 14:05

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Iraq: Water, Life, and the Fight Against Climate

Saturday, March 22, 2025 - 10:00

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Myanmar: Finding hope, strength, and food security

Friday, March 21, 2025 - 10:00

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Israel and the occupied territories: Red Cross Field Hospital responding to increased number of casualties in Gaza

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - 13:28

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DRC/Burundi/Uganda/Rwanda: Families search for their loved ones as cross-border displacement surges

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - 10:10

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The 23rd Red Cross IHL Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Championship goes to Singapore Management University

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - 17:02

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Azerbaijan: Activity highlights for 2024

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 - 09:16

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Good news: Transforming pain through song

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - 17:45

Through a song of hope and resilience, Peru’s younger generations are sharing their good news with missing loved ones – family members they have never stopped searching for.

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ICRC President: "We have a shared interest and responsibility to help Syria emerge from the ruinous abyss of war"

Monday, March 17, 2025 - 18:03

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Call for entries for the 2025 Humanitarian Visa d’Or award

Monday, March 17, 2025 - 11:39

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Syria: ICRC president warns “path to peace fragile” and calls on global community to not abandon country at this historic crossroads

Monday, March 17, 2025 - 13:23

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Georgia: Remains of six people missing in connection with 1992–93 armed conflict handed over to families

Thursday, March 13, 2025 - 14:49

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Iraq: Restoring Livelihoods That War Left in Ruins

Monday, March 17, 2025 - 08:37

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India: Decade-long partnership with CURE India concludes successfully

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - 05:17

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For the hostages in Gaza, the Red Cross is neutral - but we are not bystanders

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 - 16:34

Neutrality provides us with the ability to try and influence both sides to act in accordance with the laws of war

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Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC warns of worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Monday, March 10, 2025 - 17:24

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From law to (regional) action: Regional reports on the implementation of international humanitarian law

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - 09:17

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Israel and the occupied territories: Ceasefire agreement essential to avoid region plunging back into despair

Sunday, March 2, 2025 - 09:36

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The humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons are beyond the capacity of any humanitarian organization to address effectively

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - 12:21

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Warning: Scams and false claims misusing the ICRC’s name

Sunday, January 6, 2019 - 16:13

Important information about fake Red Cross/Red Crescent emails and websites

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Strengthening Respect for IHL: Building on Commonalities with Islamic Law

Thursday, March 6, 2025 - 12:00

17-19 February 2025

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Peru: Soldiers at VRAEM bases learn the rules of war

Friday, February 14, 2025 - 22:35

Better knowledge of the law fosters greater respect for civilians and better protection for all they hold dear.

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Access beyond front lines: How neutrality in conflict helps us reach those who need us most

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 18:04

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ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded

Thursday, March 6, 2025 - 17:23

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Reneging on cluster munitions ban endangers civilian lives and erodes IHL

Thursday, March 6, 2025 - 09:31

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South Sudan: Using sports and arts to combat sexual and gender-based violence

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 14:37

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Myanmar: Operational Facts and Figures – January to December 2024

Thursday, March 6, 2025 - 11:33

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ICRC activities in Jordan: Facts & Figures 2024

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 - 10:36

An overview of ICRC activities in Jordan in 2024

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Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (3MSP TPNW) General exchange of views

Monday, March 3, 2025 - 16:06

Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), 3 March 2025

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Philippines: ICRC and Marawi City Water District improve delivery of water supply for residents of Marawi

Saturday, February 8, 2025 - 14:00

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Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures 9 May 2024 – 8 March 2025

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - 10:48

9 May 2024 – 8 March 2025

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Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates return of remains, detainees under ceasefire agreement

Thursday, February 27, 2025 - 14:52

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The ICRC: Frequently asked questions about our work

Sunday, December 1, 2024 - 16:01

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Human Dignity and Legal Duty Make the Case for Enforcing the Laws of War

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 - 15:46

Upholding the laws of war is essential for immediate humanitarian relief—and long-term conflict resolution.

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“The world cannot afford ever-escalating wars:” A call to revive political commitment to international humanitarian law

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 - 14:58

24 February 2025

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ICRC president: Human life must transcend political divides – both in war and in peacetime

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 - 18:12

25 February 2025

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Afghanistan: ICRC Director-General highlights massive humanitarian needs and calls for sustained international support

Monday, February 24, 2025 - 20:08

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Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo: Living with the scars of conflict

Friday, March 7, 2025 - 18:06

A photo report by Hugh Kinsella Cunningham, recipient of the 2024 ICRC Humanitarian Visa d’Or

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Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict: The value of neutrality for humanitarian work

Friday, February 21, 2025 - 14:41

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Philippines: Focusing on humanitarian action in 2024

Friday, February 21, 2025 - 16:00

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Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates vital operation to allow families to bury their loved ones

Thursday, February 20, 2025 - 17:00

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Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC urges dignity and privacy ahead of next release operation

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 17:40

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South Sudan Facts & Figures 2024

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 10:04

January to December 2024

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Public statements of the ICRC regarding the hostages held in Gaza

Tuesday, January 23, 2024 - 10:00

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OEWG: Statement on International Law

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 01:58

Delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Advisor, at the 10th Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025, New York, 18 February 2025

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Joint statement of the ICRC, the International Federation and the Red Cross Society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: One too many humanitarian crises in North and South Kivu

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - 13:35

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