… which exacerbated the already deteriorating humanitarian conditions in the country. Many … in need. Amid these challenges, we at the International Committee of the Red Cross … Under the rules of international humanitarian law, families have the right to know the …
… Embassy of Switzerland in Uzbekistan and the International Committee of the Red Cross … of the Geneva Conventions in International Humanitarian Law (IHL). He remarked: The Geneva Conventions …
… – Mirjana Spoljaric, the president of the International Committee of the Red Cross … directly with individuals suffering from the humanitarian consequences of the conflict. She … of upholding international humanitarian law as well as the ICRC’s continued commitment …
… that strengthened the activities of the International Committee of the Red Cross … We support authorities in responding to the humanitarian effects of armed violence in … the importance of international humanitarian law in contemporary armed conflicts. First …
… — President Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross … cooperation around promoting international humanitarian law and reducing suffering in conflict zones …
… to Syria, Mirjana Spoljaric, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross … emphasized that respect for international humanitarian law (IHL) and providing answers for families …
… (ICRC) – Mirjana Spoljaric, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), visited Lebanon, where humanitarian needs remain immense following … Spoljaric said. “International humanitarian law still applies and is unequivocal: …
… the recent developments brought with it new humanitarian needs and widespread displacement … with anguish, anger, and frustration. The International Committee of the Red Cross … Cover Photo:ICRC international humanitarian law to ensure the protection of civilians and …
… operations, the distinction between maritime law enforcement and armed conflict, and the humanitarian implications of naval operations. … collaboration, and shared commitment to international law and norms. As naval …
… compounding effects of hostilities, humanitarian crises, and, at times, natural … frequently asked questions about our work and international humanitarian law (IHL). THE WAY WE WORK What does the ICRC …
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Created in 1863, the ICRC library, alongside the ICRC archives, provides an indispensable documentary reference on the organization itself and international humanitarian law.
International humanitarian law is based on a number of treaties, in particular the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their Additional Protocols, and a series of other instruments.
Customary international humanitarian law consists of rules that come from "a general practice accepted as law" and that exist independent of treaty law.
