Colombia - Calls to action
To state and non-state armed actors As the fighting intensifies, armed actors must protect civilians and those who no longer take part in the hostilities. International humanitarian law must be …
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Humanitarian Report 2025: the situation in Colombia reached its most critical point in eight years in 2024.
In 2024, the humanitarian situation in Colombia deteriorated to its worst point in eight years, warned the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) at the launch of its Humanitarian Challenges …
Humanitarian Report 2025 - Colombia
In 2024, the humanitarian situation in Colombia deteriorated to its worst point in eight years, warned the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) at the launch of its Humanitarian Challenges …
Colombia - Victims/survivors of sexual violence: Invisibility and a lack of protection
We are also worried about the incidence of sexual violence in the areas most affected by armed conflicts and violence. This type of violence often goes unseen. Many victims/survivors choose not to …
The constant danger of explosive hazards
The presence, use and abandonment of explosive hazards have devastating effects on civilians. In 2024, entire communities were displaced or confined due to the constant threat posed by these …
Colombia: the impact of armed conflicts on children
In 2024, state and non-state armed actors in Colombia continued to directly involve children in the conflicts. For example, information gathered by our teams in the field showed a large increase in …
FACT SHEET: Addressing Sexual Violence in South Sudan
2024 Highlights Sexual Violence in South Sudan: A Key Humanitarian Concern. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) aims to prevent, reduce, and respond to sexual violence through direct …
From law to (regional) action: Regional reports on the implementation of international humanitarian law
Regional organizations can play a catalytic role in encouraging and supporting the implementation of international humanitarian law (IHL) at the domestic level. This page compiles reports that …
ICRC at the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum: A Voice for Humanity
Riyadh, 24-25 February 2025 – Senior humanitarian leadership gathered from around the world recently in Saudi Arabia for the Fourth edition of the Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum (RIHF). …
Classification of the armed conflicts in Colombia
The complex reality described in the previous sections is partly the result of the fragmentation and reconfiguration of armed groups. The unstable and constantly changing scenario in Colombia has …
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