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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit ...

“Millions of people in Iraq continue to endure the consequences of wars and must be spared from further cycles of violence,” ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric said on the conclusion of her two-day visit to the country. “Safeguarding Iraq’s path to recovery …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025

When I learnt that I would begin my mission in Colombia, it was impossible not to think about everything I had to do. The challenge is great for those arriving in a country of remarkable human richness yet marked by decades of armed conflict. Therefore, my …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards

Other types of explosive hazards also had serious effects on civilians. 765 people, 71 per cent of whom were civilians, were injured or killed by controlled detonation devices and launched explosive devices. The impact of such explosive hazards depends to …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025

Beyond the conduct of hostilities, civilians faced different forms of violence and abuse in areas where state and non-state armed actors were present and exercised control, such as homicides, disappearances, threats, recruitment, use and participation of …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia

According to the Comprehensive Victim Support and Reparation Unit (UARIV), at least 235,619 people were displaced individually, 87,069 were displaced in mass displacement events, and 176,730 remained confined. In the same year, the ICRC recorded 965 people …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia

In 2025, the ICRC documented 845 alleged violations of IHL. This figure corresponds only to the cases known to the organization and does not necessarily reflect all situations that occurred in Colombia. Most of the recorded cases occurred outside of …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia

About the ICRC The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral, impartial and independent organization with an exclusively humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around the world affected by …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers

The humanitarian consequences present alarming indicators. The ICRC recorded 965 people injured or killed by explosive hazards, most of whom were civilians, and documented 308 new disappearances. Moreover, according to the Comprehensive Victim Support and …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia

In 2025, in five of the departments where the ICRC is present, 65 cases of missing minors related to recruitment were documented. These cases highlight the link between the involvement of minors in armed conflicts and disappearance as a humanitarian …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025

As 2025 unfolded amid growing regional uncertainty and humanitarian challenges, the ICRC Nairobi Regional Delegation continued to work alongside partners and communities to uphold humanity where it was needed most. Through humanitarian diplomacy, …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025

The ICRC's annual report on the humanitarian situation in Colombia contains alarming figures: for 2025, it documented 965 people killed or injured by explosive devices – most of them civilians – a third more cases compared with the previous year. The …

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Published on May 12, 2026 - 18:10 GMT

El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025

Las consecuencias humanitarias presentan indicadores alarmantes. El CICR registró 965 personas heridas o fallecidas por artefactos explosivos, la mayoría civiles, y documentó 308 nuevas desapariciones. Por otra parte, según la Unidad para la Atención y …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 22:07 GMT

MEDIA ALERT Sold-Out CA Women’s Economic Summit Brings State Leaders, Funders, Advocates, & Entrepreneurs to Sacramento

May 13 Summit and May 12 reception will spotlight women’s entrepreneurship, capital access, procurement, childcare, wealth-building, and small business growth SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Women …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 21:38 GMT

Baraka Foundation Canada Launches New Website to Expand Digital Reach and Donor Engagement

Baraka Foundation Canada launches a new website to boost reach, engagement, and user experience. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baraka Foundation Canada has launched its new website, marking an important step in its …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 18:53 GMT

Industry Leaders Gather in Boston for the 2nd Annual Retrofit USA Conference

With only days remaining, this is the final call for building owners, developers, policymakers, and sustainability professionals to secure their registration. BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Energy Conference …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on May 11, 2026 - 18:39 GMT

William J. Edwards to Receive Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights From the American Bar Association

FASD United congratulates William J. Edwards, a leading expert in FASD and the law and Deputy Public Defender in Los Angeles County, California. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FASD United congratulates William …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 17:59 GMT

Move United Recognizes Paralympian Amie Day with 2025 Jan Elix Award

National award presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions in the adaptive sports field CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Move United, the national leader in community-based adaptive …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 16:59 GMT

Top Attorney Lisa A. Parlagreco Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lisa Parlagreco is the founder of a law firm bearing her name. They have built a legacy by achieving measurable results and offering dedicated legal representation with a focus on …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 15:14 GMT

Prince George's County sued for disability discrimination and retaliation

Complaint alleges the County terminated a disabled employee 10 days after she filed a written discrimination complaint with Human Resources. BOWIE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Civil rights law firm Justly Prudent …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 14:02 GMT

Norton Basu LLP Emphasizes Client-Centered Approach in California Estate Law

Somita Basu and Zakiya Norton Lead Firm in Providing Comprehensive Estate Planning, Probate, and Litigation Services LOS GATOS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Norton Basu LLP, a California-based legal practice co-founded …

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