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Israel and the Occupied Territories: Rising violence in the West Bank may have irreversible consequences for communities

… ICRC Geneva- The International Committee of the Red Cross … competent authority. Any use of force during law enforcement operations must be in … West Bank and Gaza. As a neutral, independent humanitarian organization, it promotes …

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The critical importance of neutrality: A humanitarian perspective into a multipolar world

… Speech by Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President, International Committee of the Red Cross, 10th … to engage state representatives on key humanitarian issues. Two months ago, the ICRC … and engagement on international humanitarian law. Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, the …

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A humanitarian perspective on military AI

… Senior Scientific and Policy Adviser, International Committee of the Red Cross … for a neutral, independent, and impartial humanitarian organisation, such as the … respect for international humanitarian law – the law of war. President Xi stated that …

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Libya: ICRC Activities from January to June 2023

… In response to this situation, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) undertook a range of humanitarian activities in various parts of … awareness of international humanitarian law (IHL) among diverse audiences, including …

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Israel and the occupied territories: Deescalate now to prevent further human suffering

… With hostilities continuing unabated, the International Committee of the Red Cross … siege in place there is also no adequate humanitarian response currently possible. This … of the ICRC. Under international humanitarian law, the parties are obligated to spare …

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Israel and the occupied territories: War surgery team, new medical supplies arrive in Gaza amidst a deepening humanitarian crisis

… weapon contamination specialist are among ten International Committee of the Red Cross … purification supplies.  The arrival of new humanitarian personnel will increase the … in line with international humanitarian law. Sustained humanitarian access, and a …

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Women’s participation in international peace and security: From theory to practice

… given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross. … are a shocking reminder of how rapidly humanitarian conditions can deteriorate.The … are protected and international humanitarian law is strictly adhered to, in particular in …

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Support relationships in armed conflicts & ensuring respect for IHL

… in Armed Conflicts Initiative (SRI) for the International Committee of the Red Cross … better compliance with International Humanitarian Law (IHL). SRI has been supported through a …

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Republic of Korea: Handong Global University wins the championship at the 15th IHL Moot Court Competition

… On 23 September 2023, the 15th International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Moot Court Competition was held in …

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Bangladesh: Law students test their understanding of IHL at annual moot court

… Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition on international humanitarian law (IHL) held in Dhaka from 5–7 October 2023. …

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