Ethiopia Bulletin, January- December 2022
The situation in northern Ethiopia was again highly volatile over the course of 2022. As is the case in times of conflict, the civilian population has suffered the most from the direct consequences …
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Myanmar: Life disrupted by landmine injury, but dreams and will intact
It was a regular day for 20-year-old Aung Aung Oo. He woke up around 7am to the chirping of birds and grabbed a quick, early meal before going to work on the farm with his mother. Around 3pm, they …
ICRC-RRU workshop on 21st Century Naval Warfare and IHL: Implications for Coastal and Maritime Security
The field of warfare at sea has seen several technological advancements, and cyberspace has brought a new dimension to it. With the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, several …
Operational update – Situation along the Lachin Corridor
Since 19 December 2022, in its role as neutral humanitarian intermediary and in agreement with the sides, the ICRC has carried out 18 medical evacuations along the Lachin Corridor, thereby …
Community first aid responds to tribal fight injuries in Papua New Guinea
“When I was shot in the abdomen some years ago, I did not know what to do before reaching the hospital. With this training, I will be in a better position to help others who sustain wounds.” - Puiand …
Preliminary recommendations on possible norms, rules and principles of responsible behaviours relating to threats by States to space systems
Working paper submitted by the International Committee of the Red Cross to the open-ended working group on reducing space threats through norms, rules and principles of responsible behaviours In line …
South Sudan: human toll of conflict and violence strains healthcare system
02-02-2023 Juba, South Sudan (ICRC) — In recent months, hospitals in South Sudan have been facing an influx of weapon-wounded patients due to renewed clashes across the country. As a result, the …
PNG Red Cross and ICRC sign Partnership Agreement
A Partnership Framework Agreement (PFA) to strengthen the collaboration between the Papua New Guinea Red Cross Society (PNGRCS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) was signed for …
Life in Nablus amid movement restrictions
Spiraling levels of violence in the West Bank have led to a serious deterioration in the humanitarian situation. In October 2022, the city of Nablus suffered from one of the longest and most severe …
Statement by Fabrizio Carboni, Near and Middle East regional director for the International Committee of the Red Cross, following the earthquake in Syria and Türkiye
Geneva (ICRC) -- "We wish to express our deep sympathy and solidarity with all those who were affected by the deadly earthquake that struck southern Türkiye overnight Sunday to Monday. In Syria, the …
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