Nigeria: Highlights of our work in 2021
… clashes and farmer/herder clashes present humanitarian challenges for communities living … OF CIVILIANS In its role to promote International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and to limit the effects of the …
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The rules of war protect people. Here’s how
… Stories of when international humanitarian law (IHL) works rarely make the news. We don't …
The ICRC calls on sides to spare critical civilian infrastructure in eastern Ukraine
… providing essential services protected under international law Repairs to damaged infrastructure urgently … are protected under International Humanitarian Law," says Florence Gillette, the …
Preventing Civilian Harm in Partnered Military Operations: A Commander's Handbook
… for avoiding or lessening adverse humanitarian effects on civilian populations. … proactive, pragmatic practices to foster Law of Armed Conflict compliance by partners; …
Preventing Civilian Harm in Partnered Military Operations: A Commander's Handbook
… for avoiding or lessening adverse humanitarian effects on civilian populations. … proactive, pragmatic practices to foster Law of Armed Conflict compliance by partners; …
12th Paul Reuter Prize Award Ceremony
… REUTER (1911-1990). © The Hague Academy of International Law. Courtesy of the Secretary General. International humanitarian law (IHL) is undoubtedly shaped …
Protection in the Movement
… been implemented by all components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent … to the authorities in providing impartial humanitarian assistance. The "minimum … leading to violations of international law (including IHL) and domestic law. It also …
After ten years of armed violence in the Sahel, there is still time for humanity
… Sahel region, Peter Maurer, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross … of Mali and Burkina Faso. Ten years of humanitarian crisis in the Sahel have clearly … and norms of international humanitarian law are complied with, particularly those that …
“That never happens here”: Sexual and gender-based violence against men, boys, LGBTIQ+ people
… of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in humanitarian settings, says a new report by the International Committee of the Red Cross and … prohibited under international humanitarian law (IHL), domestic law is less uniform. Hence …
Ethiopia: Facts and Figures 2021
… neutral and impartial manner. In 2021, ICRC's humanitarian activities focused on providing … forces. • Conducted trainings focusing on international humanitarian and human rights law and standards for 50 members of the Amhara …
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