Operational update – Situation along the Lachin Corridor
Since 19 December 2022, in its role as neutral humanitarian intermediary and in agreement with the sides, the ICRC has carried out 18 medical evacuations along the Lachin Corridor, thereby …
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ICRC-RRU workshop on 21st Century Naval Warfare and IHL: Implications for Coastal and Maritime Security
The field of warfare at sea has seen several technological advancements, and cyberspace has brought a new dimension to it. With the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, several …
Myanmar: Life disrupted by landmine injury, but dreams and will intact
It was a regular day for 20-year-old Aung Aung Oo. He woke up around 7am to the chirping of birds and grabbed a quick, early meal before going to work on the farm with his mother. Around 3pm, they …
The ICRC and CRASSH at the University of Cambridge to launch new Humanitarian Action Programme
31-01-2023 An agreement between the ICRC and CRASSH at the University of Cambridge delivers a new research programme exploring digital and cyber security policy, ethics and regulation. The …
Ethiopia Bulletin, January- December 2022
The situation in northern Ethiopia was again highly volatile over the course of 2022. As is the case in times of conflict, the civilian population has suffered the most from the direct consequences …
The Challenges and Solutions of Forensic Data Management
From November 29 through December 1, the International Centre for Humanitarian Forensics (ICHF), a partnership between the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the National Forensic …
South Africa hosts meeting of 37 states on UN nuclear ban treaty
30-01-2023 The Pretoria delegation and DIRCO co-hosted a meeting of 37 countries from across the continent to discuss how to get all African states to join the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear …
Statement by ICRC President: As humanitarian situation deteriorates, ICRC increases assistance and protection services for most vulnerable
30-01-2023 Statement from Mirjana Spoljaric, the president of the ICRC, following a visit to the Horn of Africa. My first visit to the Horn of Africa as the president of the International Committee …
The ICRC appeals for 2.8 billion Swiss Francs for its operations in 2023
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is appealing for 2.8 billion Swiss francs to help it meet the humanitarian needs of people affected by armed conflicts and other situations of …
Israel and the Occupied Territories: the ICRC calls for greater protection of civilians in the West Bank
26-01-2023 Jerusalem (ICRC)- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is deeply concerned about the events this morning in Jenin, which have resulted in several deaths and injuries. “ The …
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