Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2024
… IHL dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE 15,450 …
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Azerbaijan: The inspiring journey of Sevda and her family rebuilding their lives
… international humanitarian law. Guided by the Geneva Conventions, which mark their 75th anniversary …
ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric: International humanitarian law was created to move beyond division, paving the way from polarization to peace
… and ratified—compel restraint. Under the Geneva Conventions, even your enemy must be treated … put into action. You determine whether the Geneva Conventions are a tool for peace that …
Middle East: Protection of civilians urgently needed as violence escalates
… 25-09-2024 Geneva (ICRC) — As civilian deaths and … humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around …
ICRC Statement at the UN Summit of the Future
… we mark the 75th Anniversary of the 1949 Geneva Conventions, which regulate how wars are … have said. In war, that path is lit by the Geneva Conventions. At the ICRC, we offer our …
South Africa: Facts and Figures 2023
… 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions (GCs) of 1949. It is an …
West Africa: Red Cross teams increase humanitarian assistance after floods hit conflict areas
… humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around …
Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions and Launch of IHL Ambassadors Caucus Group
… Ababa to mark the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions and the launch of Caucus Group of … also featured an exhibition highlighting the Geneva Conventions' universal appeal and its …
Philippines: Our humanitarian impact from January to June 2024
… As we mark the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions this year, we will continue to … As we mark the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions this year, we will continue …
In a polarized world, the 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent is a vital platform for principled humanitarian action
… the Red Cross and Red Crescent, to be held in Geneva from 28-31 October, presents a critical … the Red Cross and Red Crescent, to be held in Geneva from 28-31 October, presents a critical … Societies and 196 States party to the Geneva Convention - the International …
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