The ICRC’s role is purely humanitarian and, in this instance, is limited to supporting the logistical aspects of release operations to ensure safe and dignified release and repatriation. The ICRC provides one-off cash support to facilitate their onward …
“Bringing home the remains of fallen soldiers is vital for families seeking to confirm the fate of their loved ones during conflict. In line with its long-standing role as neutral intermediary, the ICRC observed the large-scale transfer at the request of …
The study also showed that three out of every five facilities surveyed had been looted since the conflicts escalated. “Our health centre was looted. They took the equipment and the medicine. Without any medicine, we struggle to treat even everyday …
“Our hearts go out to the civilians caught in the conflict between Iran and Israel. Every life lost, every family affected, is a deep tragedy. Many civilians on both sides have been killed or injured, including members of the Red Cross Red Crescent …
The global consensus that once made anti-personnel mines a symbol of inhumanity is starting to fracture. After decades of progress, we are witnessing a dangerous shift: states that once championed disarmament are now considering withdrawing from the Anti- …
The ICRC is extremely worried about the evacuation orders around the Nasser Medical Complex (NMC). NMC is indispensable to the health system in Gaza – no other medical facilities can take in patients who need specialized care. It is critical that it …
Organized by our regional delegation in Bangkok, Thailand, in partnership with the LPAF on 15 and 16 May 2025, the seminar “IHL: Refreshing our understanding, charting the way forward” offered a space for open and constructive dialogue on strengthening the …
Civilians in the Middle East have borne the brunt of repeated crises for decades. What they need most is a respite from armed violence. It is imperative for all actors to prioritize de-escalation and the preservation of human life and dignity. The ICRC …
In 2024, mass displacement was so common that, every three days on average, the members of a community were forced to abandon their homes to save their lives. Each community left behind all their belongings. All they took with them was a persistent, …
Stabilization centres like the one in Kismayo provide life-saving treatment for children under the age of five who are suffering from medical complications brought on by hunger. But such facilities are scarce. Nutritional clinics that once played the key …
As a casual home interior decorator in Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, Musa was following his usual daily routine in December 2023 near a bustling market in the suburbs of Hajj when a sudden explosion shattered his life. Trying to suppress his emotions, …
The number of patients received over this period (933 cases, including 41 that were declared dead upon arrival) is higher than all mass casualty incidents over the twelve months prior combined. A majority of patients from the recent incidents said they had …
Ensuring that aid gets to those who need it most is our top priority. We have put in place solid surveillance and risk-reduction measures to make sure that aid gets to the communities we work with. Our activities are not intended to support the activities …
President Spoljaric underscored the scale of destruction and hardship facing the population, where more than 90% of housing has been damaged or destroyed and access to food, water, and essential services is critically limited. She warned of the increasing …
There are many other families who have been waiting for news from a loved one, even just to know if they are alive and well. Since the escalation of armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine in 2022, as of May 2025, we’ve helped 13,750 people receive …
On Saturday, 31 May, the Nigerien government communicated publicly on the ICRC’s expulsion from the country, accusing the organization of “collusion” with armed groups. “The ICRC deeply regrets the government’s decision, which brings to an end 35 years of …
In the span of one week, staff at the Red Cross Field Hospital have responded to five mass casualty incidents, four of which occurred in the last 96 hours alone. The latest influx is the highest number of weapon-wounded patients received in a single …
The absence of a loved one without knowing their fate is one of the most difficult types of loss. There is no official verification of their fate—no clear answers, no closure. A person may be physically absent but remains deeply present in the hearts and …
The town of Saké has witnessed several bouts of armed clashes between different armed groups. The most recent clashes, which mostly took place between late December 2024 and early January 2025, were particularly violent. Because the fighting occurred in …
Hospital staff treated patients as per our triage procedures, and some cases were referred to other facilities for further treatment. This process, however, remains complicated due to many medical facilities being damaged or rendered out of service. The …
