International Committee of the Red Cross Press Releases

• Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

  

  Iran: Photo exhibition on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the ratification of the Geneva Conventions

  The opening ceremony of the photo exhibition was held with the presence of distinguished guests from diplomatic missions, researchers, and concerned officials at the IPIS center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on January 13, 2025. The Geneva Conventions …

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• Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

  Iran: Moot Court Competition Memorial of Henry Dunant

  Speaking at the closing ceremony of this competition, Vincent Cassard, ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, expressed his pleasure at resumption of this event following a hiatus of several years, and praised the quality work of the participants, especially the …

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• Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

  

  Iran: Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement partners’ advanced workshop for Iranian Red Crescent Society’s management

  A key focus of the workshop was on fostering stronger collaboration between Movement components, ensuring alignment in strategy and action while addressing common challenges. By creating a platform for open dialogue and shared learning, the workshop …

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• Published on June 18, 2025 - 09:50 GMT

  

  Frequently asked questions about the ICRC’s work in Yemen

  The ICRC’s role is purely humanitarian and, in this instance, is limited to supporting the logistical aspects of release operations to ensure safe and dignified release and repatriation. The ICRC provides one-off cash support to facilitate their onward …

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• Published on June 17, 2025 - 23:44 GMT

  

  Russia – Ukraine: ICRC supports large-scale repatriation of human remains

  “Bringing home the remains of fallen soldiers is vital for families seeking to confirm the fate of their loved ones during conflict. In line with its long-standing role as neutral intermediary, the ICRC observed the large-scale transfer at the request of …

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• Published on June 17, 2025 - 23:44 GMT

  

  DRC: Health-care system on verge of collapse in North and South Kivu

  The study also showed that three out of every five facilities surveyed had been looted since the conflicts escalated. “Our health centre was looted. They took the equipment and the medicine. Without any medicine, we struggle to treat even everyday …

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• Published on June 17, 2025 - 23:44 GMT

  

  Statement from ICRC's Near & Middle East regional director following the escalations of hostilities between Israel and Iran

  “Our hearts go out to the civilians caught in the conflict between Iran and Israel. Every life lost, every family affected, is a deep tragedy. Many civilians on both sides have been killed or injured, including members of the Red Cross Red Crescent …

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• Published on June 17, 2025 - 09:06 GMT

  

  Ethiopia: Surgeons trained to save weapon-wounded people’s lives in Amhara and Oromia

  “Our zone is a war zone, and on top of that, there are trauma cases from road traffic accidents and the like. The needs are massive. The two primary hospitals in the zone are only functioning partially, because of the security situation – one of them …

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• Published on June 17, 2025 - 08:30 GMT

  

  Syria: the post-release emergency programme

  Many things changed in Syria on 8 December 2024, especially for those who were suddenly released from detention facilities. Globally, the time after being released from detention is particularly critical for individuals. Many released detainees face new or …

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• Published on June 16, 2025 - 11:47 GMT

  

  ICRC president: Civilians will pay the price if global commitment to ban landmines allowed to fracture

  The global consensus that once made anti-personnel mines a symbol of inhumanity is starting to fracture. After decades of progress, we are witnessing a dangerous shift: states that once championed disarmament are now considering withdrawing from the Anti- …

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• Published on June 14, 2025 - 11:23 GMT

  

  Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC extremely concerned about inability of Nasser Medical Complex to operate amid evacuation ...

  The ICRC is extremely worried about the evacuation orders around the Nasser Medical Complex (NMC). NMC is indispensable to the health system in Gaza – no other medical facilities can take in patients who need specialized care. It is critical that it …

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• Published on June 14, 2025 - 03:10 GMT

  

  Laos: Seminar for armed forces reaffirms importance of humanitarian law

  Organized by our regional delegation in Bangkok, Thailand, in partnership with the LPAF on 15 and 16 May 2025, the seminar “IHL: Refreshing our understanding, charting the way forward” offered a space for open and constructive dialogue on strengthening the …

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• Published on June 14, 2025 - 03:10 GMT

  

  Middle East: ICRC calls for de-escalation and protection of civilians amid rising tensions

  Civilians in the Middle East have borne the brunt of repeated crises for decades. What they need most is a respite from armed violence. It is imperative for all actors to prioritize de-escalation and the preservation of human life and dignity. The ICRC …

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• Published on June 12, 2025 - 17:11 GMT

  

  Confinement, displacement and disruption of livelihoods

  In 2024, mass displacement was so common that, every three days on average, the members of a community were forced to abandon their homes to save their lives. Each community left behind all their belongings. All they took with them was a persistent, …

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• Published on June 12, 2025 - 17:11 GMT

  

  Somalia's hungry and most vulnerable: Child malnutrition surges amid clinic closures

  Stabilization centres like the one in Kismayo provide life-saving treatment for children under the age of five who are suffering from medical complications brought on by hunger. But such facilities are scarce. Nutritional clinics that once played the key …

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• Published on June 10, 2025 - 14:36 GMT

  

  Musa’s Journey of Resilience and Recovery

  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, …

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• Published on June 10, 2025 - 11:16 GMT

  

  Israel and the occupied territories: Red Cross Field Hospital receives twelve mass casualty events in two weeks

  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 …

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• Published on June 10, 2025 - 08:11 GMT

  

  FAQ : ICRC forced to suspend humanitarian activities in support of communities in Niger

  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 …

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• Published on June 9, 2025 - 08:03 GMT

  

  “Humanity is failing in Gaza”

  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 …

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• Published on June 7, 2025 - 05:43 GMT

  

  Ukraine: A birthday and a message of hope

  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 …

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