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ICRC president: “It is possible to protect civilians in war”

… in the consequences. Mr President, The Geneva Conventions were born out of the smouldering … to the creation and adoption of the Fourth Geneva Convention, which provides clear, …

Statement
President Mirjana Spoljaric speaks in the UN Security Council.

Philippines: Eight years after Marawi Conflict, unresolved issues of displaced, missing people hamper lasting peace

… who are reported missing is enshrined in the Geneva Conventions and its Additional Protocols, to …

Law and policy topic
Marawi most affected area in still in ruins as of 2025

Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC urges respect and protection of civilians, unhindered flow of humanitarian assistance as intolerable suffering mounts in Gaza

… humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around the …

News release
Bandeira com o logotipo do CICV

Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation: ICRC underscores importance of mediation in promoting peace

… shrinking. On the occasion of the 75th Geneva Conventions anniversary last year, ICRC …

Statement
Global Forum on International Mediation

Bangladesh: 16th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2025 National Rounds — Call for Registration

… c) ICRC Commentaries to the Geneva Conventions and its Additional Protocols: … Charter of the United Nations 1945 Geneva Convention I on Wounded and Sick in …

Law and policy topic
Prosecutor v Smith - IHL Moot Problem National Rounds 2025 - cover photo

FAQ : ICRC forced to suspend humanitarian activities in support of communities in Niger

… with all parties to a conflict ) under the Geneva Conventions of 1949, their Additional Protocols …

Article
Flag of the International Committee of the Red Cross

Middle East: ICRC calls for de-escalation and protection of civilians amid rising tensions

… 13-06-2025 Geneva (ICRC) – The International Committee of … humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around the …

News release
Flag of the International Committee of the Red Cross

ICRC president: Civilians will pay the price if global commitment to ban landmines allowed to fracture

… 16-06-2025 Geneva (ICRC)—The following statement is … Ban Convention (APMBC) that will begin in Geneva on 17 June. The global consensus that … law. This week, states will gather in Geneva for the intersessional meetings of the …

News release
A red "Danger Mines!" sign with a skull and crossbones stands in a field of tall grass, warning of landmines.

Russia – Ukraine: ICRC supports large-scale repatriation of human remains

… 17-06-2025 Geneva (ICRC) – The International Committee of … Director for Europe and Central Asia in Geneva . “The repatriation of deceased military … are legally required by the 1949 Geneva Conventions to search, collect and evacuate the …

News release
Two ICRC delegates in protective clothing

DRC: Health-care system on verge of collapse in North and South Kivu

… humanitarian mandate that stems from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. It helps people around the …

News release
Juin 2025, Kalehe, Sud-Kivu – Centre de santé de Bushushu, territoire de Kalehe, Sud-Kivu. Cette structure qui couvre une aide de santé de 25.000 habitants, a été victime de pillage lors des récentes hostilités. Grâce au soutien du CICR, les enfants de 0 à 15 ans et autres personnes vulnérables y sont soignés gratuitement.

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