The constant threat of explosive hazards
Explosive hazards continue to have serious effects on the population, such as confinement, displacement, psychological issues and anxiety. Although these issues leave fewer visible scars than others, …
Explosive hazards continue to have serious effects on the population, such as confinement, displacement, psychological issues and anxiety. Although these issues leave fewer visible scars than others, …
Useful information for communities affected by armed conflicts, funeral rites in Afro communities, work in beekeeping, and economic security initiatives. These are some of the most outstanding …
In Colombia, armed conflicts and violence continue to have a deep impact on the civilian population. Many civilians have been wounded, killed or gone missing; relatives have been separated from their …
To not know whether a loved one is dead or alive, what has happened to them or where they are was the painful reality for hundreds of Colombian families last year. People continue to go missing in …
No matter where I am in the world, I am often asked how it is possible to remain neutral when confronted with the suffering of people affected by armed conflict. It isn't easy. Every humanitarian …
In 2022, we handled the release of 63 people who had been in the hands of various armed actors. This is one of the highest figures in recent years. Irrespective of the number of times we take part in …
Kyiv (ICRC) - The International Committee of the Red Cross delivered much-needed humanitarian assistance to Kostiantynivka and Chasiv Yar, two locations close to Bakhmut, where the fighting has been …
The state of the Colombian prison system continued to put the fundamental rights of people deprived of their liberty at risk. Although overcrowding in state prisons has decreased substantially since …
The second edition of the European Humanitarian Forum was held in Brussels, Belgium, on 20 and 21 March 2023. The conference is jointly organized by the European Commission (DG ECHO, …
The confluence of climate change, environmental degradation, and armed conflict presents unique challenges to vulnerable populations, such as refugees and internally displaced persons, who are …
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