International Committee of the Red Cross Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on February 15, 2025 - 13:02 GMT

ICRC facilitates safe transfer of three hostages and 343 detainees, and calls for dignified conditions in ongoing release ...

The ICRC continues to raise its concerns about the way hostage and detainee releases are carried out. Despite repeatedly calling for all transfers to be carried out in a dignified and private manner, more must be done by all sides, including the mediators, …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

ICRC President: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war

“The magnitude of destruction we see in today’s conflict zones is stretching international systems to their breaking point,” said President Spoljaric. “The human cost is immeasurable, and the rebuilding costs astronomical. The threat of economic fallout …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross

Their eager colleagues were quick to pair them up because Mariegen was newly single from breaking up with her boyfriend. Their colleagues even lent Fons a motorcycle, so he and Mariegen could roam around Dumaguete together. “Alam mo ba Ate Mariegen, dalaga …

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Published on February 15, 2025 - 08:13 GMT

South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in Renk town

South Sudanese officials estimate that the number of refugees and returnees in the country has hit the devastating milestone of a million, most of them transiting through Renk, which has struggled to cope with the influx amid poor infrastructure and …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

Upholding the ceasefire in Gaza is an imperative for preserving human life and dignity

Countless lives have been saved over the three weeks of the ceasefire. This period of calm has had a tangible impact on people's lives – including those released from captivity and those spared from further hostilities, as well as all the families who …

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Published on February 13, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

Gaza: The long road home

For those walking long distances to get back to the north, it is not always possible to take even the tarpaulin or plastic they used against the elements, because they need to prioritize carrying children or elderly relatives. People seek out shelter among …

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Published on February 10, 2025 - 04:21 GMT

Afghanistan: 2024 Operational facts and figures

In 2024, communities in Afghanistan continued to face significant challenges to access basic necessities such as healthcare, food and clean water. The humanitarian situation in the country remains extremely dire as a result of decades of armed conflict, …

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Published on February 8, 2025 - 12:22 GMT

Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates release of three hostages and 174 detainees

The ICRC is increasingly concerned about the conditions surrounding release operations. We strongly urge all parties, including the mediators, to take responsibility to ensure that future releases are dignified and private. The ICRC has consistently …

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Published on February 7, 2025 - 07:29 GMT

The ICRC appeals for 2.17 billion Swiss francs for its operations in 2025

In response to the dire needs of people affected by conflict and other violence, the ICRC continues to consolidate our operations, reinforcing key areas in line with our Strategy 2024–2027. Strengthening protection for conflict-affected people and …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 03:17 GMT

Sri Lanka: The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka

The conference provided a much-needed humanitarian space for families of missing persons to interact with families from other communities, exchange views, discuss common challenges faced in searching for their missing loved ones and how to overcome them …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 13:55 GMT

Bangladesh: Training empowers staff, volunteers of Bangladesh Red Crescent to deliver humanitarian aid safely

Participants were taught about the National Society’s mandates, the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and its policy on safety and security. The training also emphasizes the responsible use of digital and …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 10:36 GMT

Environmental and social safeguard document: Emergency Support for Women and Affected Communities (ESWAC) in Sudan

The Emergency Support for Women and Affected Communities project (ESWAC) aims at addressing emergency needs and strengthening resilience of conflict-affected communities in Sudan. ICRC interventions under ESWAC include activities to enhance agricultural …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 03:26 GMT

“People have the power to change the course of history”: ICRC President at the European Conference, Harvard University

Here is what I have learned: First, the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 must not be shelved; they must be applied. These are bedrock principles that protect human life, regardless of nationality, race, or religion. Every society agrees to these norms …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 03:25 GMT

ICRC Supports the Ministry of Defence of The Kyrgyz Republic to Establish a Classroom for International Humanitarian Law Trainings

The ICRC supported the Ministry of Defense (MoD) to renovate and equip the classroom with modern IT devices, furniture, and educational material and donated IHL literature to the Institute's library. This initiative comes within the framework of …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 03:25 GMT

DRC: ICRC helping to restore essential services in Goma

The use of heavy artillery in densely populated areas can have a devasting impact on civilians caught in the crossfire. Power lines and transformers have been damaged in the fighting, cutting off electricity to the city and having a serious impact on …

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Published on February 3, 2025 - 05:55 GMT

Israel and the Occupied Territories: More hostages and detainees returned home in fourth phase of release operations

This marks the completion of the fourth phase of release operations carried out by the ICRC in the last two weeks, facilitating the return of 18 hostages and 583 Palestinian detainees. Prior to today’s operation, the ICRC reminded the parties of their …

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Published on January 30, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Israel and the occupied territories: More families reunited as ICRC completes third stage of release operations

“We are relieved that more people have been safely returned home,” said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. “However, today’s conditions underscore the importance of all parties upholding their agreements and ensuring operations take place in a safe and …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 19:37 GMT

United Nations: ICRC president warns respect for international humanitarian law “in crisis”

President Spoljaric called on all UN member states to join a global initiative launched by the ICRC, together with Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan, and South Africa, aimed at reinvigorating political commitment to IHL. “This is an exceptional …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 10:46 GMT

DRC: The ICRC condemns attacks that left many civilians in North Kivu wounded or dead

The ICRC has treated more than 600 wounded and injured people since the start of January, of which around half were civilians. A large number of these civilians were women and children. In spite of the intense fighting and continual bombardment, ICRC …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 09:25 GMT

Every human life deserves safety and dignity: A call to make international humanitarian law a political priority

Mr President, The evidence is clear: hospitals reduced to rubble, civilian neighbourhoods destroyed, and innocent lives lost. Across the globe, respect for international humanitarian law (IHL) is in crisis, threatening the very humanity that these laws …

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