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The International Committee of the Red Cross closes its delegation in the Republic of Azerbaijan

… decision by the Government of Azerbaijan, the International Committee of the Red Cross … support persons protected under international humanitarian law (IHL) in line with our mandate and the …

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An ICRC vehicle at the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan: Facts and figures from over 30 years of humanitarian engagement

… The closure of the International Committee of the Red Cross’s … the ICRC has been part of the country’s humanitarian landscape, addressing the … Promoting international humanitarian law Together with government institutions, …

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Two women carry a large sack of aid supplies together in front of Red Cross trucks, while other people unload and distribute relief items in the background

Azerbaijan: The impact of three decades of humanitarian action

… and in urgent need of assistance. The International Committee of the Red Cross … Crescent Society (AzRCS) provided critical humanitarian assistance to those most affected … the Integration of International Humanitarian Law Baku, ADA University, 2021. Participants …

 Agstafa district. With the support of the Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society, the ICRC staff of Barda Sub-Delegation distributes fertilizers to the residents of Tatli and Yaradullu villages to help increase harvesting.

ICRC president: Mass evacuation of Gaza City unfeasible and incomprehensible

… to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the humanitarian situation in Gaza City and the … disabilities. All civilians are protected by international humanitarian law (IHL), whether they leave or stay behind, …

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People walking along a dusty road

Syria: ICRC calls for sustained and collective efforts to address the issue of the missing

… 29-08-2025 Damascus (ICRC) – Ahead of the International Day of the Disappeared on 30 … closure. Their right to know is a fundamental humanitarian principle.” One mother’s words … obligation under international humanitarian law (IHL) and humanitarian principles.  The …

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Lana Noamaan holding a smartphone showing a picture of her father

Number of missing people registered with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement up nearly 70% in five years

… number of people registered as missing by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent … parties to conflict respect international humanitarian law (IHL), the risk of people going missing is …

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Tiegsti Desta, 33, from Ethiopia, has been looking for her husband for nearly 3 years.

Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC appalled by strike on Nasser Medical Complex in Gaza

… and patients. The ICRC reiterates that under international humanitarian law, medical facilities, journalists and first …

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Frequently asked questions about the closure of ICRC’s office in Azerbaijan

… The International Committee of the Red Cross … active in Azerbaijan since 1992, addressing humanitarian needs stemming from conflict.  … conflict, promoted international humanitarian law, and implemented projects to increase mine …

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Arms Trade Treaty: A framework that saves lives and preserves humanity in armed conflict

… Mr. Gilles Carbonnier, Vice President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, 25 … see an unacceptable rise in the number of humanitarian workers being hit. Such trends … violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law.  As States Parties …

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ICRC Vice President Giles Carbonnier stands behind podium delivering statement

Philippines: “The Book of Memories” book and exhibit launch

… , a 77-page publication released by the International Committee of the Red Cross … independent organization with an exclusively humanitarian mandate that stems from the … Red Cross (ICRC) Berden, Gloria 34 Buyog, Bolawan D. 36 Dumadag, Pablito 38 Edon, Puti …

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