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, …
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 …
In the chaos and complexity of modern warfare, where frontlines blur, facts are contested and civilians suffer, we play an important role: that of neutral humanitarian intermediary. Engaging in meaningful dialogue with all sides to a conflict means we are …
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 …
Eligibility The competition is open to all students enrolled in a full-time or evening programme leading to or equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in law (LL.B.) or Master’s in law (LL.M.). Students who have participated in the previous edition of the …
We are heartbroken by the deaths of two of our dear colleagues, Ibrahim Eid and Ahmad Abu Hilal, who were killed in a strike on their homes in Khan Younis on 24 May 2025. Ibrahim worked as a Weapon Contamination Officer for the ICRC, and Ahmad worked as a …
This included our response during the escalation of conflict in Lebanon and subsequent displacement of hundreds of thousands of people to Syria, as well as during the hostilities across the country in November and December. We did so through support to …
The influx of patients is the direct consequence of the escalation of armed conflict and violence the country has experienced in the past months and the scope of the resulting humanitarian crisis. Thousands of people have fled their homes, often repeatedly …
Since 2017, the ICRC has advocated for people whose lives were upended by the Marawi conflict, including the families of the missing. They continue to suffer from the anguish and uncertainty of not knowing the fate and whereabouts of their loved ones. The …
Mr President, I will not repeat the horrors being inflicted on civilians because of widespread violations of international humanitarian law. This Council is briefed – week after week – about civilians being maimed and murdered, about civilians being …
Zamzam and Tawila, the camps she and so many others have fled, were already marked by overcrowding and shortages. Now, the escalation in fighting and violence has driven entire communities out, adding another layer of desperation to an already dire …
Climate change worsens the situation by damaging crops, displacing communities, and destabilizing food systems. Meanwhile, global food markets remain volatile, with trade disruptions, currency depreciation, and rising import costs making food unaffordable …
After days of relentless rainfall, an old muddy wall in Mehrnaz’s home collapsed on her leg, crushing it beyond repair. The pain was sharp, but the deeper wounds were yet to come. At the time, Mehrnaz had no understanding of what it meant to live with a …
“This operation shows how important and irreplaceable the role of neutral intermediary is during armed conflicts, whether in Africa or elsewhere,” said Mirjana Spoljaric, ICRC president. “I hope that this operation will lead to other humanitarian …
Held on the margins of the Global Security Forum, the ICRC convened a closed-door roundtable as part of its Global Initiative on IHL, specifically within the “IHL and Peace” workstream, with support from the Soufan Center. The session brought together …
In an increasingly polarized and complex world, where more and more people struggle to meet their basic needs, this shared commitment to humanity is more than just a guiding principle – it is a lifeline. This is particularly true in Haiti, which is facing …
