Earthquake in Afghanistan: ICRC response
Operational update: 1 - 7 September 2025 On 31 August 2025, a devastating earthquake of 6.0 magnitude hit Nangarhar, Laghman, and Kunar provinces in Eastern Afghanistan. Authorities have reported …
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Frequently asked questions about the ICRC’s work in Iraq
Present in Iraq since 1980, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) focuses on addressing the consequences of armed conflicts and other situations of violence across the country. As …
In search of Kin, 20 years on
Amar Adam was around 16 years old when he fled his home in Darfur, Sudan, in 2004 due to armed conflict that broke out in his country. On the fateful night when he got separated from his family, he …
South Africa Urges African States to Champion International Humanitarian Law
More than 30 diplomats representing African States in Pretoria attended South Africa’s High-Level Initiative to mobilise African commitment to International Humanitarian Law. Held on 19 August 2025, …
China: ICRC attends the 50th Florence Nightingale Medal Award Ceremony
On Septemberm 12, the 50th Florence Nightingale Medal Award Ceremony was held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China. Mr. Balthasar Staehelin, Personal Envoy of the President and Head of …
Field Accountant
32/F BDO Life Megaplaza, 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City, Philippines Open-ended Finance and administration The Field Accountant is responsible for the management of field accounts payable and …
The governing bodies of the ICRC
These are the six governing bodies that oversee the ICRC’s operations Our governance and leadership The Assembly is the highest governing body of the ICRC: it is responsible for oversight of the …
International Conference
The International Conference is a unique forum bringing together the world’s largest humanitarian network and nearly every government. It is a major event on the humanitarian calendar and the leading …
Direct participation in hostilities
A clear distinction between armed forces and civilians is a key element of international humanitarian law. In contemporary conflict, however, the proximity of civilians to military operations and …
Customary IHL
Customary international humanitarian law (IHL) consists of rules that come from "a general practice accepted as law" and exist independent of treaty law. Customary IHL is of crucial importance in …
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