The protective power of international humanitarian law (IHL) is only as strong as leaders’ political will to uphold it. Under ...

Alarmed by widespread violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) in conflicts around the world and the resulting ...

“Sudan is facing its worst cholera outbreak in recent years,” said José Luis Pozo, head of operations of the ICRC in Sudan.

The roads are congested, damaged, and dangerous, with the few working vehicles in poor condition. Journeys take hours, often ...

On Septemberm 12, the 50th Florence Nightingale Medal Award Ceremony was held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, ...

At 37 years old, he has lived in Kakuma camp for the past 17 years, continuing his quest to find his loved ones.

Moderated by Wang Luo, Director of IIDC, the salon focused on “Humanitarian Action and Development Finance: Collaborating for ...

Autonomous weapon systems select and apply force to targets without human intervention. After initial activation or launch by a person, an autonomous weapon system self-initiates or triggers a strike ...

This is the book that prompted the creation of what is now a worldwide movement with millions of members and made the name of Henry Dunant known everywhere. The account has moved many people and still ...

Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as ...

Statement of the ICRC, read at the Meeting of Experts on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems, held in Geneva from 11-16 April. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is pleased to ...