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After ten years of armed violence in the Sahel, there is still time for humanity

… crises continue to ravage the Sahel region, Peter Maurer, president of the International … taken their toll on the people of the Sahel. Peter Maurer shares his thoughts. This week, …

Statement

Kuwait supports ICRC operations in Bangladesh with 1 million USD

… is expected to be hosted by ICRC President Peter Maurer in Geneva in mid-2022. "We are very …

Article

ICRC President to visit humanitarian situation in Niger alongside Swiss leaders

… Committee of the Red Cross President Peter Maurer will visit Niger from 7-10 February to … of Switzerland's National Council. Mr Maurer will meet with President Mohamed Bazoum …

News release

The ICRC appeals for 2.4 billion Swiss francs for its operations in 2022

… there when it matters most.” A. Zagout/ICRC -Peter Maurer, ICRC President International Committee …

Article

Explosive Weapons with Wide Area Effects: A Deadly Choice in Populated Areas

… areas. Introduction to the report by Peter Maurer , ICRC President Message by Izumi … contact Eirini Giorgou at eigiorgou@icrc.org Peter Maurer INTRODUCTION REMARKS ICRC …

Event

Heavy explosive weapons in populated areas: A change of mindset is urgently needed

… Speech given by Peter Maurer, President of the International … boys affected by armed conflict. Thank you. Peter Maurer

Statement

Explosive weapons: Civilians in populated areas must be protected

… risk of civilian harm." — ICRC President Peter Maurer There is no general prohibition under … respect is a particularly challenging task. Peter Maurer ICRC President 8 EXPLOSIVE …

Law and policy topic

Wars in cities: protection of civilians in urban settings

… Speech given by Mr Peter Maurer, President of the International … the sake of generations present and future. Peter Maurer

Statement

ICRC President: "The international community must act to avoid a humanitarian catastrophe in Afghanistan"

… Statement by the ICRC President Peter Maurer at Afghanistan Economic Conference, … building trust and stability. Thank you. Peter Maurer

Statement

ICRC launches new fund to boost climate action in its humanitarian programmes

… stronger climate action," said ICRC President Peter Maurer. "This fund is essential to help people … to join this essential initiative," President Maurer added.     For more information, please …

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