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Published on January 22, 2026 - 15:47 GMT

The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026

His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the leaders of Brazil, China, France, Kazakhstan and South Africa, in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), invite leaders of all …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 08:45 GMT

Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines

The ICRC respects the government’s “insurgency-free” declarations and we are not in a position to comment on such matters. In parts of the country, the effects of armed conflict persist, and pockets of armed clashes still occur. We remain present in …

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Published on January 18, 2026 - 03:15 GMT

Statement on meetings on protected persons in the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict

Geneva (ICRC) - The President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mirjana Spoljaric, convened a series of meetings on Friday with the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, and the High Commissioner for …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 11:50 GMT

Somalia: Rebuilding life beyond the emergency

Fadumo Mohamud, 60, has 40 years of market experience. She is no stranger to having to rebuild her life crisis after crisis. A single mother of seven, she strives to beat the odds, still supporting not just her children, but her grandchildren too. At 60, …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 15:58 GMT

Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country

Some displaced people have sought refuge across the border in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. But nearly 2,000 people lacked the means or a host family to take them in; they are now taking shelter in Zémio’s hospital and Catholic church. Conditions …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 10:39 GMT

Rebuilding livelihoods for conflict-affected families in northeast Nigeria

Hauwa Kachallah, a mother of six from Bama, Borno State, vividly remembers the day her life changed forever. Her husband was killed during an attack on their town, and the conflict robbed her family of their livestock—their primary source of income. With …

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Published on January 14, 2026 - 08:04 GMT

Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians

Most of the more than 2 million residents of the Gaza Strip have already been displaced multiple times; the biting cold and torrential rains are not just a seasonal change, but ultimately a threat to survival. A series of winter storms has recently caused …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 08:36 GMT

Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war

“Today’s release and repatriation of prisoners of war allows families to be reunited and marks an important step in translating the commitments outlined in the Joint Statement into action,” said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. “Respect for international …

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Published on December 29, 2025 - 11:49 GMT

Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time

Phone lines become lifelines Every call made through the ICRC telephone booth is emotionally charged. Some people are desperate to know whether their loved ones are dead or alive: “Is my sister safe in Nyala?” a woman asked, trembling as her hands gripped …

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Published on December 26, 2025 - 11:34 GMT

Azerbaijan - Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict

Geneva (ICRC) – On 24–25 December, as part of visits carried out regularly since the beginning of the year, representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) visited persons detained in relation to the conflict notified to the ICRC by …

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Published on December 24, 2025 - 03:00 GMT

Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan’s humanitarian challenges and ICRC’s humanitarian response

The situation disproportionately affects the most vulnerable, including malnourished children, the elderly, people with disabilities, female-headed households, and daily wage earners. With weak safety nets and diminishing coping mechanisms, these groups …

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Published on December 24, 2025 - 02:59 GMT

Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity

After reviewing submitted research papers from Arab researchers, university professors, and under- and post-graduate students, we are pleased to announce that the jury, comprised of IHL experts, has concluded its deliberations and selected the following …

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Published on December 23, 2025 - 15:51 GMT

Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC)

The ICRC is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization working to protect and assist those affected by armed conflict. It operates under a specific legal mandate derived from the 1949 Geneva Conventions, which have been universally …

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Published on December 21, 2025 - 11:52 GMT

Gaza: “Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter”

Eighty per cent of the trucks entering the Gaza Strip are commercial trucks or government-to-government aid. Humanitarian assistance has increased slightly, but it remains minimal and far from sufficient. Yes, you can find food, some basic necessities — …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 17:03 GMT

The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always

In 2025, ensuring access to health care has remained a central pillar of the ICRC’s work for people affected by armed conflict, particularly where health systems have been damaged, overwhelmed or deprived of essential resources. Across contexts such as …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 00:29 GMT

Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law

The ICRC organized the first-ever expert workshop with the Shariah courts on the missing under Islamic law. The workshop which took place online on 4 December 2025 aimed at discussing with Shariah Court judges, prosecutors, Islamic law professors and …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 00:29 GMT

Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan

The course covers multiple disciplines, including forensic science, psychology, law, public health, disaster management, weapons contamination, CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear) hazards, and media communication. During the five-day …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 00:29 GMT

From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law

The first progress report of the Global Initiative documents the achievements since the launch of this collective process one year ago. All the speakers who took the floor expressed deep concern over ongoing violations and emphasized that upholding IHL is …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 00:29 GMT

Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law

The meeting focused on addressing the challenges facing international humanitarian law (IHL) in contemporary armed conflicts, examining the role of NCIHLs in the national implementation of IHL, and exploring mechanisms to strengthen their capacity to …

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Published on December 19, 2025 - 00:29 GMT

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee

Kinshasa (ICRC) – Armed clashes in several parts of South Kivu continue to cause deaths and to force thousands of families to flee, leaving everything behind. Some have fled to other areas in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), others …

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