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Searching for missing persons in connection with 1990s and August 2008 conflicts

… the auspices and technical expertise of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) … and maintain this process in its strictly humanitarian character,” added Mr Fleury. “This … According to the international humanitarian law, the families of those have gone missing …

Law and policy topic

Explosive hazards: a silent threat in Colombia

… in Colombia. Huge progress has been made by humanitarian demining since the peace … or displacement, showing just how many humanitarian consequences stem from this one … control or other mechanism. More about 'Humanitarian challenges 2020 - Colombia' Head …

Law and policy topic

Afghanistan: An infuriating, man-made catastrophe points toward massive suffering for Afghan families

… the director of operations for the International Committee of the Red Cross, at … considerations should not interfere with humanitarian action. A political solution must … comply with the resolutions and their own law -- thereby denying life-saving assistance …

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Venezuela – helping those most in need

… DELEGATION In the third quarter of 2021, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) … international norms on the use of force in law enforcement operations. Four working … of Public Defence, and the International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Directorate …

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Biological weapons: Preparatory Committee for the Review Conference of States Parties

… for hostile use of biotechnology, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) … to the prohibition under international humanitarian law against the use of biological weapons, and …

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He’s being missed

… members during a meeting sponsored by the International Committee of the Red Cross on … Education in Human Rights IHL International Humanitarian Law IHRL International Human Rights Law. OAS …

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Yemen: Thousands of people in need of food and shelter as fighting intensifies

… residents of camps, are staggering. The International Committee of the Red Cross and … 31 Communication and promotion of international humanitarian law

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Philippines: Supporting displaced families in Maguindanao del Sur

… household items and hygiene kits from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) … ICRC is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization whose exclusively … promote knowledge and respect of IHL or the law of armed conflict. For more details, please …

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Rules for the ages? London debate sets out challenges facing IHL

… For 70 years international humanitarian law (IHL) has sought to limit the consequences …

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Despite ongoing peace process, needs remain staggering in South Sudan

… the Republic of South Sudan was signed, the humanitarian situation remains dire in South … staff who are dedicating themselves to International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) … AND RESPECT FOR INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW (IHL) AND THE INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS …

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