Crisis in Yemen: tipping point for international humanitarian action?
… at least in the public perception. Counter-terrorism strategies, air strikes and a UN …
… at least in the public perception. Counter-terrorism strategies, air strikes and a UN …
The armed conflict in Mali is brutal for those living there, with families sometimes having just minutes to flee the fighting, their stomachs knotted with fear. Safia,* who is from Gao, was separated …
… on the labelling of certain conflicts as ‘terrorism’ or ‘counter-terrorism’ operations, is seen by participants … are witnessing a trend of counter-terrorism (and other) legislation that …
… and security approaches to fighting terrorism, the ICRC is increasingly involved … is not applicable in a context of fighting terrorism” and “How can the law apply when the …
… conflict environments and while fighting terrorism, the international community must …
… well-being of their populations, these anti-terrorism measures have an adverse impact on …
Speech given by Mr Peter Maurer at the Moscow International Security Conference, June 24, 2021 Excellencies, colleagues Thank you to the Ministry of Defense for the opportunity to address you: In the …
… to prisons, including as part of counter-terrorism measures. Children are punished for …
… challenges of conflict, including counter-terrorism operations in armed conflict. IHL …
As digital technologies take center stage in contemporary armed conflicts, the Brussels Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) engages with key EU partners advocating for …
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