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Dinkayehu Mamo, farmer and single mother of three - Ayina Bugna Woreda, Amhara region. Photo: Fikeradis Zewdu-ICRC Dinkayehu Mamo, a mother of three heading her household in Dariya village, Ayina Bugna Woreda, explained the challenges she faced before …
When accidents occur, the consequences often include prolonged interruptions to education, making learning more difficult or forcing children to fall behind or leave school altogether. Sirwan’s story illustrates how a single incident can abruptly alter a …
The nature of fighting has evolved—they have become longer and more destructive. During conflicts, the rules that aim to protect civilians—international humanitarian law (IHL)—have been bent, dismantled or ignored altogether. Meanwhile, in the Philippines …
Tens of thousands of people have been forced to flee their homes amid intense hostilities through flooded wetlands, leaving them uncertain where their next meal will come from and exposing them to disease. Their main concerns now are finding a safe place …
The three-day training, held from 26 to 28 January 2026, marks the culmination of a comprehensive training cycle that began in September 2024, followed by an advanced phase in November 2025. The initiative aimed to build a national cadre of qualified Omani …
Amid a dangerous convergence of escalating armed conflicts, cuts to aid funding and a growing tolerance for IHL violations, we have taken significant steps to create a leaner, more efficient organization and minimize the resulting impact on our response …
The ICRC and the ERC are part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, which also comprises 191 other National Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. This …
The ICRC noted that, under the most recent amendment to the General Law on Disappearance, an investigative file must be opened whenever someone is reported missing. By opening an investigative file with each missing person report, all the information …
Your Excellencies, Honourable Ministers, Honourable Lenora Qereqeretabua; Fellow Panellists, and distinguished colleagues. I am delighted to be here today to share reflections from the International Committee of the Red Cross and the British Red Cross, …
“What is happening is that these crises are being managed, and not resolved,” he said, calling for increased international political action and will to address the increasing humanitarian needs and dwindling funding. He pointed out that the erosion of …
Food insecurity, limited access to healthcare, and shortages of safe water and sanitation services persisted across much of the country. As a result, large segments of the population remained dependent on humanitarian assistance for survival, highlighting …
The Assembly unanimously recognized Ms Spoljaric’s exceptional leadership during a particularly complex time for the world and the ICRC as well as her foresight and ability to drive forward proposals aimed at preserving and strengthening the ICRC’s …
The SCO Secretary-General, His Excellency Nurlan Yermekbayev, noted in his opening remarks that the SCO member states remain deeply concerned by the escalation of conflicts that lead to catastrophic humanitarian situations and stressed the necessity of …
The ICRC’s priorities for 2026 focuses on addressing escalating humanitarian needs amidst growing military tensions, financial constraints, and evolving conflict dynamics. The organization’s approach emphasizes neutrality, impartiality, and independence to …
For Sathi, Lamia, Sifat, and 25 other young athletes, the Junior Amputee Football Programme was more than just a game. It was a place where they could rediscover courage, experience belonging, and celebrate what they can do — not what they cannot. For five …
Over the last 15 weeks, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) worked with Israel, Hamas and the mediators to help bring hostages, detainees, and the remains of the deceased back to their families as outlined in the first phase of the …
The operation began in October with the release and transfer of 20 living hostages and 1,808 detainees. In subsequent phases, the ICRC facilitated the return of the deceased, including 27 out of 28 hostages, and 360 Palestinians. The ICRC undertook this …
Your Majesty, Rector Magnificus, President Letschert, Mayor, governor, other dignitaries from government, academia and beyond, Dear students and dear friends of Maastricht University, It is a great privilege to receive this honorary doctorate on behalf …
During meetings with representatives of the authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bauer highlighted the value of the ICRC’s trusted relationships with communities and authorities and noted the significance of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s participation in the …
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