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… Civilians are the main victims of IHL violations in today's … zones Works and installations containing dangerous forces From the International Review … Work together to stop cyber attacks on health … t/governments-work-together-stop-cyber-attacks-health-care Artificial intelligence and …
Request for Tender - RFT/ICRC/GVA23/00104 - 3-year Frame Agreement – Geodesic Family Tent
… Dear Madam/Sir, The International Committee of the Red Cross is … compliance The ICRC will perform a Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental (QHSE) audit … during transport and handling. Particular care must be taken when packing the pegs to …
Israel and the occupied territories: President of the ICRC arrives in Gaza, calls for the protection of civilians
… Spoljaric, the president of the ICRC, is in Gaza today to advance efforts that … life-saving surgery alongside local health-care workers. The ICRC has also been providing …
ICRC president to meet with families of hostages
… – Mirjana Spoljaric, the president of the International Committee of the Red Cross, will … also meet with Israel's foreign minister and health minister alongside the families. The … be treated humanely, have access to medical care, and be able to communicate with their …
Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict: The Red Cross and Red Crescent response from February 2022 to June 2023
… of The Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in Ukraine since the onset of the … people who have access to adequate heating Health 657,000 people gained access to … 348,000 people trained in first aid 397 Healthcare facilities supported with drugs, medical …
Care amid conflict: Stories of four Florence Nightingale Medal 2023 recipients
… The Florence Nightingale Medal is awarded to nurses who display … exemplary service in the areas of public health and nursing education. Thirteen nurses … the prestigious Florence Nightingale Medal . CARE AMID CONFLICT REGIONAL FEATURE THE …
Libya: ICRC Activities from January to June 2023
… Libya continues to grapple with the consequences of the … the country's basic infrastructure, including healthcare, education, water, and sanitation. In …
Israel and the occupied territories: Deescalate now to prevent further human suffering
… 28-10-2023 Geneva (ICRC) – After weeks of intense fighting, over two million civilians … can operate in safety. Critical services like health care, water, and electricity must be …
Living in the shadow of armed violence
… Imagine for a moment that every time you leave … from their homes, the deterioration in mental health, and the lack of access to essential public services like health care and schooling. Invisible effects of armed …
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