Decision-making in military security operations
Operations in which military forces must work within a law enforcement context have become increasingly prevalent. For many militaries this represents a significant shift from their primary role, and …
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International Humanitarian Law and the Challenges of Contemporary Armed Conflicts – Recommitting To Protection In Armed Conflict On The 70th Anniversary Of The Geneva Conventions
In this report on international humanitarian law (IHL) and the challenges of contemporary armed conflicts, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) sets out its views on a number of …
The Kampala Convention: Key Recommendations Ten Years On
The plight of millions of people internally displaced in Africa because of armed conflict or other violence continues to give cause for concern. The tenth anniversary of the Kampala Convention in …
Guidelines for the Pre-Hospital Management of Persons Contaminated with Chemical Agent during Armed Conflict and other Violence
These guidelines have been produced to help health facilities respond to and manage mass casualties in the event of chemical weapon use or the release of toxic chemical agents during an armed …
Operational update on Monguno attack: 16 civilians evacuated to Maiduguri for surgical care
Maiduguri (ICRC)—The attacks in Monguno and Nganzai in Nigeria's Borno State on Saturday are the latest example of the deadly toll the conflict has on civilians. Dozens of people were killed and …
Economic Security Posters
This set of 17 posters explain what it means to work in economic and food security for the ICRC, whether as an agronomist, nutritionist, cash and market specialist, or an EcoSec generalist delegate. …
IHL And Islamic Law In Contemporary Armed Conflicts - Experts’ Workshop Geneva, 29–30 October 2018
This report is the result of a two-day workshop for experts on international humanitarian law (IHL) and Islamic law that was held in Geneva, at the headquarters of the International Committee of the …
Weapon Contamination in Urban Settings: An ICRC Response
Unexploded and abandoned ordnance is dangerous wherever it is found. But in urban settings, such weapon contamination poses particular risks for civilians, critical civilian infrastructure and …
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Thanks to donations to our COVID-19 appeal, we were able to take immediate action to adapt our operations to the constantly changing situation. Find out more about our COVID-19 response …
Livestock – Economic Security
A brief introduction to our work to build resilience among conflict-affected communities that rely on livestock for a living. Read how we support livestock health and productivity, and repair …
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