"Prohibiting arms transfers where the latter risk being misused for such nefarious purposes must be upheld.": @gcarbonnier.bsky.social, ICRC Vice President at the 11th Conference of State Parties to the Arms Trade Treaty. Read more: ms.spr.ly/63329sZ8nt

Pure common sense statement, based on 162 years of war experience in scores of countries and amidst the most violent confrontations that have ever existed. Food for thoughts, hopefully. www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...

"We are calling for a rapid, immediate influx of basic goods into Gaza. The situation is so dire: we need so much more food, we need medical equipment, we need supplies." Jacob Kurtzer, communication coordinator for the ICRC in Israel and the occupied territories👇🏽 ms.spr.ly/63329sDgaW

📍 Gaza | It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic killing of our colleague, Ziyad El Toum. We extend our deepest condolences to Ziyad’s wife, extended family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.

Our blog "From disenchantment to a universal culture of compliance: IHL education 2.0" now in Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish & Portuguese! 🌍 A global call to all #IHL educators & leaders: Let’s (re)commit to impactful, empathetic & innovative IHL education. 📚✨ Read more 👉 lnkd.in/ewUJtiF8

#IHL isn't just about the battlefield—it’s also about long-term work behind the scenes. At the Advisory Service on IHL @icrc.org, we help build a global net of protection through treaties, national laws, and practical measures. Explore how this happens around the world: www.icrc.org/en/report/re...

On June 24th 1859, Henry Dunant witnessed the horrors of the Battle of Solferino. This inspired him to propose a treaty for armies to care for wounded soldiers & create national societies to support military medical services. In 1863, he co-founded the International Committee of the Red Cross 👇🏽

Since February 2025 the ICRC Public Archives have launched their new online catalogue, enabling researchers to browse inventories covering more than a hundred years of humanitarian history! #ArchivesAreAccessible #IAW2025 Explore the Archives online catalogue: archives.icrc.org/search/simple

The updated Tool on African Traditions & the Preservation of Humanity in Warfare is live! It features 6 new traditional practices across Africa, exploring how African traditions align with International Humanitarian Law. #AfricanValuesInWar Read more 👉 ms.spr.ly/6018SwvOm

All parties involved in armed conflicts, whether it is a non-state armed group or a state, must protect civilians and civilian objects without excuses. Civilians shouldn't bear the cost of the hostilities.

📍 Russie - Ukraine | « La souffrance immense causée par le conflit armé international ne pourra être pleinement soulagée que par un accord de paix durable. », Mirjana Spoljaric, présidente du CICR au Forum humanitaire européen. #EHF2025 👇🏽

In 1912, we established a commemorative medal in honor of nurse Florence Nightingale to recognize individuals who set an example of dedication and sacrifice in nursing and healthcare. This year, 37 nurses from 17 countries have been awarded. Know them here: http://ms.spr.ly/63329Sksnz

#Humanitarians are #NotAtarget

Israel and the occupied territories | Without an immediate resumption of aid deliveries, we won't have access to the food, medicines, and life-saving supplies needed to sustain many of its programmes in Gaza. Read more in our news release: http://ms.spr.ly/63326SrpAe

📍 Israël et les territoires occupés | Si l’acheminement des secours ne reprend pas immédiatement, le CICR ne disposera pas des vivres, médicaments et produits de première nécessité dont il a besoin pour poursuivre bon nombre des programmes qu’il mène à Gaza http://ms.spr.ly/63326SrV5I

On 12th February, the ICRC celebrated academic writing in international humanitarian law #IHL by awarding the 13th Paul Reuter Prize to Prof. @abclapham.bsky.social. Listen to his important and timely messages on #war through the summary video of the event 👉 vimeo.com/1064776939

Year after year, the staggering human toll of anti-personnel mines is clear: over 80% of the victims are civilians. To pretend otherwise is to deny the evidence. With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold IHL & the vision of a mine-free 🌎. Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...

Every doctor or nurse threatened. Every working hospital bombed. Every ambulance targeted. Every time health care is attacked, millions of people suffer. #WorldHealthDay

Do international treaties banning weapons matter? Where would we be without them? As globally agreed limits on wars are questioned, this video imagines the world without the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention 👇🏽 #MineAwarenessDay #IHL @icrc.org www.linkedin.com/posts/icrc_d...

With too many wars raging & tensions rising, we must uphold #IHL & the vision of a mine-free world. 👇Today's joint statement by @icrc.org, #IFRC and #Nordic & #Baltic National #RedCross Societies. #MineAwarenessDay #APMBC #AntiPersonnelMineBanConvention #HumanitarianLaw www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...

To the global community of #IHL #academics and beyond: Please join @icrc.org @ifrc.org and Red Cross National Societies' call to uphold a mine-free world. Let us not allow violence spiraling downwards by eroding humanitarian protections. Please share and support! 👇 www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...

"Landmines and unexploded ordnance are nearly impossible to spot, yet the slightest touch can trigger a devastating explosion. These deadly remnants of war do not distinguish between civilians and combatants, children and adults." ⚠️💥👧 bit.ly/Mines_Awaren... ⚠️💥👦

Delighted to meet you and your students Kate Macintosh! Thank you for your interest in the @icrc.org !

Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. We warn of civilian harm as the Cluster Munitions Ban is eroded. @corduladroege.bsky.social shares 👇🏽

🌐Webinar 📅APR 3 🕦11:30 HRREC + @redcrosscanada.bsky.social present: 📘Launch for the Canadian Handbook on #IHL Join us for this fascinating discussion with our speakers who will take you behind the scenes in the making of this 1st-ever Canadian-focused #IHL book! RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/4hRam02

💡"This Review issue examines the intricate relationship between #IHL and #peace." A timely topic it is! @icrc.org ⚠️Please, read and share further: our world needs it! international-review.icrc.org/reviews/irrc...

📍 Gaza | Within hours of the violence restarting, staff at the Field Hospital in Rafah received a high number of patients in a short time. For the last eight weeks, our medical staff has been able to focus on providing care amid relative calm. But that calm was shattered 👇🏼

📍 Gaza | Ces huit dernières semaines, le personnel de l’hôpital de campagne de la Croix-Rouge à Rafah, avaient pu se focaliser sur la fourniture de soins aux patients dans un calme relatif. Ce calme a volé en éclats 👇🏼

Civilians must be protected and respected, always. Parties to conflicts are the only ones with enough power to enforce the rules of war, transform them into reality, and save lives.

📍 South Sudan | We are deeply concerned about the escalating violence in Nasir, Upper Nile State. Civilian lives must be protected by all sides, and safe access for humanitarian actors must be guaranteed to deliver lifesaving assistance.

📍 Soudan Du Sud | Nous sommes profondément préoccupés par l’escalade de la violence à Nasir, dans l’État du Haut-Nil. La vie des civils doit être protégée par toutes les parties et un accès sûr aux acteurs humanitaires doit être garanti afin de fournir une aide vitale.

« Mines antipersonnel : se préparer à la guerre en tournant le dos au droit international humanitaire est une fausse promesse de sécurité en temps de guerre et un mauvais choix. Les civils en paieront inévitablement le prix.» Cordula Droege, responsable juridique en chef du CICR, nous explique 👇🏼

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Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. We warn of civilian harm as the Cluster Munitions Ban is eroded. Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele... @corduladroege.bsky.social shares 👇🏽

Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...

Part of our library’s mission is to gather all translations of @icrc.org publications. Today’s newbies: Introduction to International Humanitarian Law in Armenian & the ICRC’s 2024 IHL Challenges Report in French. Find all 📚 at library.icrc.org/library/sear... and library.icrc.org/library/sear...

“The world cannot afford ever-escalating wars:” A call to revive political commitment to international humanitarian law by @ICRC president #Genevaconventions #IHL www.icrc.org/en/statement...

Les civils doivent être protégés. Les parties au conflit sont les seules à pouvoir mettre en pratique les règles de la guerre, en faire une réalité, et sauver des vies.

Civilians must be protected and respected, always. Parties to conflicts are the only ones with enough power to enforce the rules of war, transform them into reality, and save lives.

'War' is now available open access here: academic.oup.com/book/57867?l...

Our heartfelt congratulations to Professor @abclapham.bsky.social, who won the 2025 Paul Reuter Prize for his book 'War'! The prize is given by the @icrc.org to books that enhance knowledge of IHL and stand out for their authoritative, innovative, humanitarian, useful, and general nature.

Happening in less than two hours: 13th Paul Reuter Prize Award Ceremony! #IHL academics and professionals, register and join online! www.icrc.org/en/event/13t...

Over 120 armed conflicts are happening in the world and millions of civilians are suffering the humanitarian consequences of them. Respecting the rules of war is not an option: it is an obligation of all parties to armed conflicts.

The growing normalization of violations of international humanitarian law poses an existential threat to the Geneva Conventions and international law more broadly. This alarming trend requires urgent collective action. This is not a theory! Read this interesting blog blogs.icrc.org/law-and-poli...

Thank you to our Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers for lighting up the world with your kindness.

Please register to join us on 12 February, 5:30 p.m. (CET) to celebrate #IHL and #academia at the @icrc.org! The name of the 2024 Paul Reuter Prize award laureate will be revealed and her/his work discussed in a rich panel! Please share with interested contacts! www.icrc.org/en/event/13t...

28 Jan @unpga.bsky.social & @icrc.org event on improving compliance w/international humanitarian law #IHL. States must put their political weight behind improving compliance w/IHL, especially their allies. Some statements here: journal.un.org/en/new-york/... webtv.un.org/en/asset/k12...

📍 Democratic Republic of Congo | The humanitarian situation is rapidly deteriorating and civilians are paying a high toll as a result of the ongoing hostilities. Just in January 2025, 400,000 people have been displaced. #FactFriday

"What is important is that a human life is a human life, and that every human being deserves to live in safety and dignity.”, ICRC President, Mirjana Spoljaric, statement at #UNGA, New York. Full speech 👉🏽 www.icrc.org/en/statement...

"Every human life deserves safety and dignity" In her address today, the @ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric calls on all UN General Assembly members to join the global initiative to make international humanitarian law a political priority👇 www.icrc.org/en/statement...