ICRC writing competition IV: Tackling COVID-19
The International Committee of the Red Cross is proud to organize for the fourth time a writing competition in Arabic to engage the Arabic speaking scholars on relevant IHL discussions and to provide …
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Religious and community leaders play pivotal role in relaying critical information on COVID-19
This Ramadan is different in Gaza, as it is for the rest of the world. The religious leaders here have been busy trying to ensure that the faithful follow the safety guidelines and social distancing …
COVID-19: Authorities in Asia and the Pacific should do more to include migrants in their response
29-04-2020 GENEVA (ICRC) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) calls on governments to systematically include migrants, irrespective of legal status, in their programmes and policies …
COVID-19: ICRC's donations help penitentiary system of the state of Ceará produce 44,000 masks
28-04-2020 The donation includes sewing machines and cleaning and sanitation products for three state detention centres Brasilia (ICRC) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) donated …
Cameroon: Preventing a pandemic amid a crisis
Internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the North West and South West regions are facing new challenges following the outbreak of COVID-19 in Cameroon. I am afraid of the COVID-19 because if it …
Statement by ICRC President, Peter Maurer
Impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable populations (IDPs, refugees, migrants) AU Peace and Security Council 921st Session Impact of COVID19 on Vulnerable Populations (IDPs, Refugees, Migrants) Statement by …
Ethiopia: ICRC, ERCS donate infection prevention and other items to 17 COVID-19 treatment centres
The ICRC is continuing to supply infection prevention and control materials and other essential items to national bodies in Ethiopia to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Together with the …
COVID-19 in Syria: ICRC continues assisting millions and adapts to combat the virus
As Syria enters its tenth year of conflict, everyone is facing a mostly invisible threat. The ICRC's largest operation continues to help millions of Syrians to maintain basic living conditions and …
The 18th ICRC essay competition for East African universities
Question "In recent years, States have had to confront a threat emanating from individuals and non-State armed groups that resort to acts of terrorism. In response, States and international …
ICRC in Latin America: How we are adjusting our action during COVID-19
The worldwide spread of COVID-19 has given rise to a number of changes in and challenges to the operations of humanitarian organizations, including the ICRC. Countries affected by armed conflicts or …
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