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26-06-2009  Photo Collection  
Pakistan: civilians struggle as fighting continues around them
Some 2.5 million people have fled the fighting in the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan since early May. They are staying with host families or in camps outside areas directly affected by the fighting, often with extremely limited access to clean water, electricity, medical care and communications.

© ICRC/M. von Bergen/v-p-pk-e-00778

An ICRC delegate speaks with a displaced woman to help her get back in touch with her family.

Massive displacements of civilians leave many families split up. The problem is worseened by a breakdown in telecommunications in areas affected by fighting.

Restoring and maintaining family contact for people separated from their loved ones is an ICRC priority. The organization relies on its Red Cross message network to restore family links.




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