Myanmar: Update on Red Cross flood response
In August, torrential rains and the offshore approach of cyclone Komen caused devastating floods and landslides in Myanmar. The disaster displaced almost 1.7 million people and took the lives of 132, …
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Iraq: Water flows again in Nineveh—despite drought, displacement and destruction
Residents displaced from their homes in the province of Nineveh are returning–but are welcomed back by drought conditions and destruction of infrastructure. The destruction is the consequence of …
Migrants: How the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement helps restore family links
Each week, thousands of migrants arrive in and travel through Europe, seeking a better life. Some unfortunately die or disappear on the way. Some lose contact with their loved ones. And back at home, …
Kuwait: Authorities share health-care expertise with visiting Algerian team
25-11-2015 Kuwait (ICRC) –The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), together with the health and interior ministries of Kuwait, facilitated a study trip to Kuwait from 22 to 25 November …
Niger: Seminar on Islamic law and humanitarianism
25-11-2015 Niamey (ICRC) – A seminar on Islam, humanitarian action and protecting victims of armed conflict is bringing together 30 intellectuals and academics from Islamic and Arabic-speaking …
European Microfinance Award. Speech by ICRC president Peter Maurer.
Statement Sixth European Microfinance Award. Speech given by Peter Maurer, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross, in Luxembourg City on 19 November 2015. I am very glad to be here …
Responding to sexual violence in conflict: How can we do better?
Widespread sexual violence unfortunately remains a largely invisible phenomenon due to cultural taboos, feelings of shame or fear of retaliation. Its prevalence and its consequences are thus vastly …
Shortage of essential commodities adversely affects life across the country
Statement Joint Statement by Nepal Red Cross Society, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and International Committee of the Red Cross Kathmandu, 10 November …
Syrian refugees in Jordan: Fear, anxiety and hope – all part of daily life
For Syrian refugees living in Jordan life is a daily struggle. Humanitarian assistance makes their lives a little easier, but life is a constant mix of fear, anxiety and hope for a better future. …
Lebanon: Restoring faces and dignity
Severely burned in an explosion in 2014, Moussa was unable to speak or eat properly and his injuries caused him much suffering. Now, following a long and arduous operation by surgeon Dr Enrique …
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