Frequently asked questions: Our work in Syria
01.01.2025 For 13 years, people in Syria have endured devastating armed conflicts and crises that have affected every aspect of their lives. Recent events have unfolded rapidly, bringing colossal …
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Afghanistan: A year of responding to numerous humanitarian challenges
In 2024, communities in Afghanistan continued to face a dire situation marked by persistent economic challenges, natural disasters and the consequences of decades of armed conflict. International …
Israel and the occupied territories: Obliteration of health-care system in northern Gaza puts civilians at grave risk
30-12-2024 Geneva (ICRC) – Repeated hostilities in and around hospitals have obliterated the health-care system in northern Gaza, putting civilians at an unacceptably grave risk of going without …
Myanmar: 75th anniversary exhibition of the Geneva Conventions focuses on States’ obligation to reduce suffering during armed conflict
To mark the 75th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions, the ICRC in Myanmar, together with the Embassy of Switzerland and the Embassy of Italy in Yangon, organized an exhibition at the end of …
Iran: Moot Court Competition Memorial of Henry Dunant
The 11th National round of the Henri Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition (a simulation of the International Criminal Court) was jointly held by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) …
Armenia: Yearning to create a new life to keep love and hope alive
“I didn’t just love my husband, I loved him deeply and felt very safe when he was by my side. Now, despite being surrounded by relatives, friends and parents, I feel lonely. I never felt this way …
Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures December 2024
9 May – 9 December 2024 Killed in line of duty On 4 December 2024, the Movement lost Alaa Al-Derawi, a staff member of the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) was shot and killed on a return trip …
Sri Lanka: The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka
24-12-2024 Colombo, ICRC - The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka took place on 12-13 December 2024 in Colombo. Facilitated by the International Committee of …
Azerbaijan: Empowering mine survivors through purposeful reintegration into the community
In the aftermath of armed conflict, meeting the diverse needs of those affected by incidents related to landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) requires both innovative solutions and sustained …
ICRC Head of Delegation in Syria: Detention Work Remains Our Top Priority
23.12.2024 The ICRC has regularly offered its services to visit detention facilities in Syria to various parties involved in the conflicts. Since the onset of the armed conflict in 2011 and up until …
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