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Latest press releases and statements in Middle East

ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza’s dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire

Statement

29-01-2026

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Israel and the occupied territories: Release and transfer operations under ceasefire agreement completed

News release

29-01-2026

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Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation

News release

21-01-2026

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Latest from the field in Middle East

ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update

Article

25-01-2026

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Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians

Article

19-01-2026

Winterization

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

Article

22-12-2025

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Frequently asked questions about the ICRC’s work in Jordan

Article

18-12-2025

ICRC staff member with one of the beneficiaries

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

Article

18-12-2025

La directrice des opérations du Comité international de la Croix-Rouge (CICR) Yasmine Praz Dessimoz dans le camp de déplacés de Al-Karmel (Gaza city), nord de la bande de Gaza. CICR, 24 novembre 2025.

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Latest reports and publications in Middle East

ICRC staff in Aleppo with a woman sitting on the ground

ICRC in Syria: Year in Review 2024

Activity Report: Iraq 2024

Activity Report: ICRC in Iraq 2024

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ICRC in Iraq: Key Figures 2024

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