Azerbaijan: Dozens of families received answers they were waiting for
… ones. This right is also enshrined in the Geneva Conventions of 1949. In line with its …
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Philippines: Families of missing people from 2017 Marawi conflict honour loved ones, urge government to provide support and answers
… persons reported missing is enshrined in the Geneva Conventions, to which the Philippine government … humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people …
‘Awful but lawful’ military tactics are undermining the Geneva Conventions
… Seventy-five years after the creation of the Geneva Conventions, armed conflict today and the rules … that too often the original purpose of the Geneva Conventions is being set aside and the …
Brazil: Seminar marks the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions and promotes international humanitarian law
… seminar to mark the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions of 1949. The event was an … of the importance of complying with the Geneva Conventions and reaffirmed the need for …
Azerbaijan/Armenia: Your questions answered about ICRC’s work
… due to its mandate from IHL, including the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols. All … adhere to IHL principles outlined in these conventions. As a neutral, impartial, and …
South Africa: Strengthening IHL and IHRL compliance
… other than the ICRC as the custodians of the Geneva Conventions. The members are now equipped with …
Cameroon: Humanitarian reporting awards
… to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions of 12 August 1949.. Read the rules … commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions of August 12, 1949 (GC75). …
ICRC President: Rising humanitarian needs in Myanmar demand urgent action
… humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around the …
ICRC Vice-President Dr Gilles Carbonnier: The international community must urgently take deliberate steps and lead towards effectively protecting civilians
… on Cluster Munitions, 10-13 September 2024, Geneva Madam President, Excellencies, Ladies …
It is up to States Parties and the broader Convention community to defend and promote the norms of the Convention on Cluster Munitions
… Agenda item 8 – General Exchange of Views Geneva, 10th September 2024 Madame President, … category of weapons. Together with the 1949 Geneva Conventions and their Additional protocols of …
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