Crisis in Yemen: tipping point for international humanitarian action?
… at least in the public perception. Counter-terrorism strategies, air strikes and a UN …
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Mali: When armed conflict takes a heavy toll on displaced people
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 …
Australia: The "costs" of principled humanitarian action
… 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 …
Briefing on humanitarian situation in Middle East
… 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 …
7 issues that will shape the humanitarian agenda in 2018
… conflict environments and while fighting terrorism, the international community must …
The ICRC engagement with armed groups: a humanitarian necessity
… well-being of their populations, these anti-terrorism measures have an adverse impact on …
Humanitarian and military dialogue : Engaging with militaries to protect civilians in conflict zones
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 …
Mirjana Spoljaric: "We can elevate the protection of children in armed conflict as a political priority"
… to prisons, including as part of counter-terrorism measures. Children are punished for …
The Geneva Conventions are for all of us
… challenges of conflict, including counter-terrorism operations in armed conflict. IHL …
Protecting Civilians against Digital Threats ICRC’s Humanitarian Cyber Diplomacy in the “EU Bubble”
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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