Colombia: Humanitarian Report 2024
… We wish that the figures we report here for humanitarian consequences belonged to the … of what makes us human. But this is not true. International humanitarian law (IHL), also known as the "law of war", is …
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Wars have limits that must be respected
… of what makes us human. But this is not true. International humanitarian law (IHL), also known as the "law of war", is …
Return to freedom: 44 years of neutral intermediation in Colombia
… committed and ready to continue facilitating humanitarian operations in 2024. In this … armed actors to respect the work of impartial humanitarian organizations that offer … in different parts of the country. Read 'Humanitarian Report 2024' The human cost of …
The invisible consequences of explosive devices in Colombia
… communities continue to face significant humanitarian challenges. It is therefore … the physical and emotional aftermath. Read 'Humanitarian Report 2024' The human cost of …
Colombia: Rights do not end behind bars
… and promoting knowledge of and respect for international standards related to the … treatment of the prison population. Read 'Humanitarian Report 2024' The human cost of …
Worrying increase in violence against health in Colombia
… protected and respected at all times. Read 'Humanitarian Report 2024' The human cost of …
The human cost of armed conflicts in Colombia
… We wish that the figures we report here for humanitarian consequences belonged to the … IHL criteria, there are currently eight non-international armed conflicts in Colombia. … Additional Protocols and the Statutes of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent …
Calls to action for Colombia in 2024
… on their lives, their families and society. Humanitarian action, which is essential for … at all times, and therefore impartial humanitarian organizations and their staff … and armed groups We urge them to include humanitarian concerns as a fundamental point …
The ICRC in Fortaleza - Leaflet
… since 2018 to assist in responding to the humanitarian consequences of armed violence in … liberty, as well as the communities. The International Committee of the Red Cross … and adoption of International Humanitarian Law (IHL), International Human Rights Law …
The foundation for political agreements for peace lies in humanity: ICRC Vice President
… Beijing (ICRC) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has recently highlighted the humanitarian perspectives of the escalating … violations of the International Humanitarian Law (IHL), and the escalating risks posed by …
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