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 …
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 …
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 …
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, It is a great honor to be here today representing the Regional Delegation for East Asia of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) at this important event. I would like to start by congratulating the …
On Tuesday night, staff at the Red Cross Field Hospital received a mass casualty influx of 48 patients, including women and children. All were suffering from gunshot wounds. “Constant care must be taken to spare civilians in the conduct of military …
Egypt is a transit point for individuals fleeing conflict, many of whom lose contact with their families during their journey. This agreement will allow both organizations to exchange knowledge and expertise, strengthening their ability to support migrant …
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 …
Mr. Chair, Excellencies, esteemed colleagues, Water is an issue of immense humanitarian concern that cannot be emphasised enough and cannot be placed high enough on states’ agendas. I thank the Permanent Mission of Slovenia and co-sponsors for their …
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 …
