ICRC in South Sudan
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Two years of devastation in Sudan: A civilian toll that cannot be ignored
Two years have passed since the eruption of conflict in Sudan on 15 April 2023, and the toll on the population has been staggering. The war, now often overshadowed in global headlines, has devastated …
Empress Shōken Fund announces grants in 2025 to support Red Cross and Red Crescent projects in 17 countries
The work being supported include initiatives to boost blood transfusion service, first aid and rescue, community health and youth engagement, sustainable livelihoods, and much more. The Joint …
Somalia: Frontline hospitals under pressure as fighting escalates
10-04-2025 Mogadishu (ICRC) – Several regions of Somalia have seen a sharp escalation of hostilities, and hospitals near active frontlines are struggling to meet a surge in needs. In the first three …
The ICRC’s Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2024
For over five decades, the Bangkok regional delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has been committed to addressing humanitarian challenges across South-East Asia. In 2024, …
Sudan: “We have nothing to go back to”– new report sheds light on two years of devastation in Sudan
10-04-2025 Port Sudan (ICRC) —Today the International Committee of the Red Cross releases a report on the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Sudan, as the armed conflict that devastated the …
Tool on African Traditions and the Preservation of Humanity in Warfare
Is the principle that "Even Wars Have Limits" universal? The International Committee of the Red Cross examined the historical relationship between Africa and international humanitarian law, as …
Haiti: Renewed clashes fuel a humanitarian crisis that has no end in sight
Life in Haiti is becoming increasingly precarious. Thousands of families are being forced to flee their homes in the face of growing armed violence in Port-au-Prince and other regions. Clashes …
Final Environmental and Social Safeguard Documents for Consultation - Strengthening Community Resilience (SCORE) April 2025
SCORE aims to build the resilience of communities in Myanmar , integrating lessons learned from ICRC’s partnership with the World Bank since 2023. SCORE aims to build community resilience through …
ICRC in Iraq: Key Figures 2024
Each year, the ICRC in Iraq publishes a snapshot of its activities in numbers. Here's a glimpse into our activities in Iraq throughout 2024. Scroll down to explore some highlights, and you can …
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