ICRC calls on international community to reset Sahel engagement so people can live in safety and dignity
… October 2020 As delivered by ICRC President Peter Maurer Excellencies, dear colleagues, …
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Imminent entry into force of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons is a truly historic achievement
… of Nuclear Weapons Delivered by Mr. Peter Maurer, President, ICRC Mr President of the … goals of this Treaty a reality. Thank you. Peter Maurer …
Newsletter - September 2020: Weakened by conflict, health systems in the Middle East struggle to cope with COVID-19
… times of crisis. [READ MORE] ICRC’s President Peter Maurer discussed challenges to humanitarian …
ICRC president addresses risks and solutions in digital age at UNGA event
… the ICRC's mandate and work. ICRC President Peter Maurer therefore spoke on the "Protect the … spread of hate speech can mean to societies," Maurer said in his opening remarks. "How much …
Communities facing conflict, climate change and environmental degradation walk a tightrope of survival
… semaine dernière en vous visitant à Niamey. Peter Maurer …
Central Sahel: Spike in violence leads to higher deaths, more than 1 million fleeing homes
… Committee of the Red Cross President Peter Maurer said during a trip to the region. … this a complex and multilayered crisis,” said Maurer, who visited Niger and Burkina Faso … Peter Maurer …
ICRC President Peter Maurer: “During conflict, education must not be targeted”
… Education from Attack, the ICRC's President, Peter Maurer, made a statement in a pre-recorded … and opportunity. Watch pre-recorded message Peter Maurer …
ICRC's Gilles Carbonnier on impact of heavy explosive weapons in populated areas
… difficulties. As the ICRC's president, Peter Maurer , has explained in the past, fulfilling …
Libya: COVID-19 and conflict collide, deepening humanitarian crisis
… has crumbled, and the economy has collapsed, Peter Maurer, President of the International … +254 716 897 265 , cwells@icrc.org Peter Maurer …
Ethiopia: Adapting operations during COVID-19 to meet humanitarian needs
… Distributed NFI kits (plastic shelters, Peter Maurer, President of ICRC listens to people …
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