The human cost of armed conflicts in Colombia
The civilian population continues to bear the brunt of the war. We wish that the figures we report here for humanitarian consequences belonged to the distant past. However, these figures reflect the …
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Lost in a maze: the footprints left behind
The experience of having a missing family member is unique and can only be truly understood by those who have experienced it. For more than 30 years, we have been hearing from thousands of people who …
Colombia: Humanitarian Report 2024
The civilian population continues to bear the brunt of the war. We wish that the figures we report here for humanitarian consequences belonged to the distant past. However, these figures reflect the …
Wars have limits that must be respected
Given the multiple armed conflicts around the world today, public debate about the rules governing wars is more relevant than ever. What are the limits to wars? What can be done to prevent human …
Colombia: Communities tell their stories
Being on the side of the communities most affected by armed conflict and violence means building projects together. During 2023, we worked side by side with those who trusted our teams on the ground. …
Colombia: Rights do not end behind bars
The issue of overcrowding in national detention facilities continued to increase during 2023 and reached 24.5 per cent at the end of the year. This means that the prison population exceeds capacity …
The ICRC in Fortaleza - Leaflet
The ICRC has been present in Ceará since 2018 to assist in responding to the humanitarian consequences of armed violence in the state, and to support the work carried out by the institution at the …
The foundation for political agreements for peace lies in humanity: ICRC Vice President
Beijing (ICRC) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has recently highlighted the humanitarian perspectives of the escalating global geopolitical tensions at the t Boao Forum for Asia …
Qatar supports ICRC operations in South Sudan
March 28, 2024 ― Doha, Qatar: With funding from Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has signed a grant agreement with the International Committee of the Red Cross …
DR Congo: More than 44,000 people receive emergency food aid as violence in eastern provinces intensifies
28-03-2024 Kinshasa (ICRC) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), together with the Red Cross Society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has provided food aid to over …
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