International Committee of the Red Cross Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on May 17, 2024 - 07:11 GMT

Republic of Korea: ICRC and KOICA sign agreement to help people affected by armed conflict and violence

The MoU – the first institutional level agreement between the ICRC and KOICA – is expected to bridge the humanitarian and development approaches and lead to concrete actions. In past years KOICA has supported multiple ICRC projects in countries like …

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Published on May 16, 2024 - 15:33 GMT

Information notice on the processing of personal data by the ICRC's resource mobilization division

As part of our continued engagement with our existing supporters, we process certain personal information to make sure that our relations with each person is adequately tailored and effective. Specifically, we may process basic details you provided us when …

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Published on May 16, 2024 - 14:25 GMT

Ukraine: As fighting intensifies around Kharkiv, ICRC increases support for displaced people

While many of the 8,000 people reported to have left have found refuge with host families and relatives, civilians from the border areas continue to arrive at collective shelters in Kharkiv city. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has …

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Published on May 15, 2024 - 15:16 GMT

Counting the dead 2020–2021: A new report on the migrants dying on Europe’s borders

The report analyses changes to the migration routes, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the increase of so-called ghost shipwrecks, and also makes recommendations to states and other organizations on how to identify dead migrants and provide …

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Published on May 15, 2024 - 15:16 GMT

Request for Tender - RFT/ICRC/GVA24/00002 - 3-year Frame Agreement – WHO-approved Mosquito Net LLIN 190x180x150cm 230H

Dear Madam/Sir, The International Committee of the Red Cross is pleased to invite you to participate in a Request for Tender (RFT/ICRC/GVA24/00002) to establish a 3-year Framework Agreement for WHO-approved Mosquito Net LLIN 190x180x150cm 230H. Please find …

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Published on May 14, 2024 - 11:17 GMT

Red Cross opens new 60-bed field hospital in Gaza

These efforts aim to complement and support the essential work performed by the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) in providing urgent care. Since the beginning of hostilities, PRCS staff and volunteers have continued to courageously provide emergency …

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Published on May 13, 2024 - 08:34 GMT

Double jeopardy – during and after conflict: The human cost of weapon contamination in Asia-Pacific

Living in the shadow of conflict A normal day, a daily chore, a deafening blast, moments of chaos and then a life forever shaken and disrupted – that's how victims of landmine explosions or incidents involving unexploded ordnance would describe what …

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Published on May 11, 2024 - 09:01 GMT

China: ICRC Director General's visit reflects growing engagement with China

The visit came at a significant moment as this year marks the 120th founding anniversary of the Red Cross Society of China (RCSC). During his speech at a ceremony to mark the RCSC's anniversary in Beijing on May 8, Krähenbühl underscored the historic …

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Published on May 10, 2024 - 23:21 GMT

Mexico and Central America: Humanitarian Report 2024

As a neutral, impartial, and independent humanitarian organization, we collaborate closely with the National Red Cross Societies in the region, as well as with authorities and individuals affected by violence. Our work focuses on protecting the lives and …

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Published on May 10, 2024 - 10:17 GMT

Myanmar: One priceless phone call keeps hope alive

Living on the outskirts of Sittwe Town in Rakhine State, Myanmar, where transport and communication networks have been severely disrupted since the resumption of hostilities, Daw Be Be has had to wait more than six months just to hear her grandson's …

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Published on May 9, 2024 - 11:16 GMT

African Union, ICRC Roundtable Seeks Innovative Tech Solutions for Landmine Clearance in Africa

The roundtable brought together representatives from 8 high-risk African Member States alongside countries with successful demining programs. Operational demining actors such as UNMAS also participated. In addition, humanitarian organizations, the academia …

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Published on May 8, 2024 - 12:46 GMT

Brazil: the ICRC takes part in G20 event on disinformation and hate speech

On 30 April, Rizk took part in workshops with G20 engagement groups and in closed meetings with international organizations, think tanks and civil society players. Discussions focused on topics such as platform regulation, artificial intelligence and …

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Published on May 8, 2024 - 12:46 GMT

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2024: Keeping humanity alive!

BAGHDAD, May 8, 2024 – In a world inundated by conflict, disasters, and unprecedented challenges preserving humanity becomes our beacon of hope. Today on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day we honour and thank the volunteers and staff of the International …

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Published on May 8, 2024 - 12:46 GMT

Israel and the occupied territories: Key Facts and Figures from 7 October 2023 to 31 April 2024

Building on its strong mandate and longstanding presence, and initially drawing on its built-in emergency capacity, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) swiftly adjusted and scaled up its response to address new needs in Israel and Gaza. It …

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Published on May 7, 2024 - 20:18 GMT

Gaza: ICRC calls for protection of civilians while hoping for an agreement amidst evacuations, military operations and ...

As instructions to evacuate certain areas in Rafah were issued on Monday by Israel, the ICRC reiterates that all must be done to spare civilian lives, and to ensure they have access to the basic necessities for life, including food, water, and medical care …

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Published on May 7, 2024 - 14:38 GMT

Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2024

Amid armed conflicts and violence, disasters, climate-related crises, epidemics, food insecurity and mass displacements in some of the world's most vulnerable situations, our commitment to helping others remains strong. In these challenging times, the …

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Published on May 6, 2024 - 11:12 GMT

Healing hidden wounds: Surviving armed violence in Burkina Faso

Aly is 15 years old. He and his family had to flee their home three years ago. They sought refuge in a densely populated settlement for displaced people on the outskirts of Ouahigouya in north-western Burkina Faso. Ever since, Aly has been haunted by his …

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Published on May 6, 2024 - 11:12 GMT

Evaluation report: Community Contact Centers

The purpose of this evaluation is to assess the CCCs as part of the ICRC's architecture for AAP in order to inform the further roll out of CCCs across delegations. While a technical assessment of the existing feedback solutions is outside the scope of …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 18:14 GMT

Bolivia: ICRC activities for persons deprived of their liberty

A major focus is on improving detention conditions through water, sanitation and liveability infrastructure works, or other ad hoc support. Over the years, several detention facilities have received this support for specific work. This has always been …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 10:46 GMT

Statement by ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric to the 'Vienna Conference on Autonomous Weapon Systems 2024: Humanity at the ...

We cannot ignore the allegations of use of autonomous weapons in current conflicts. These reports are difficult to verify definitively, but they do indicate disturbing trends towards increasingly complex technology and expanding operational parameters. …

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