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Armenia

In Armenia, the ICRC helps mine victims, missing persons and their families, and communities living along the border with Azerbaijan. We also visit detainees held for conflict-related or security reasons, or who are otherwise vulnerable.

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In numbers

In 2019:

  • 2,150
    detainees were visited for monitoring of their treatment and conditions of detention and supported to maintain family contact.
  • 1021
    residents of border villages benefited from reduced exposure to conflict-related hazards thanks to safer rooms, walled-in windows and protective walls.
  • 775
    troops of the Armenian Armed Forces were briefed about the International Humanitarian Law and the ICRC.
  • 135
    Families of landmine victims benefited from increased family income through micro-economic initiatives, the house repair program and cash grants.