In armed conflicts, access to food is often disrupted, leaving millions facing hunger. Crops, livestock, and water sources are destroyed, and food aid struggles to reach those in need. Access to food should not be a luxury.

Today is World Red Cross Red Crescent Day, and it comes at a moment of profound alarm. Read more on ICRC and IFRC's joint statement: ms.spr.ly/63322v3VfC

Under international humanitarian law, cultural property and religious sites must be protected at all times. Their destruction is not only material: it damages cultural identity, disrupts the continuity of heritage & harms the shared legacy of communities. Learn more: ms.spr.ly/63328v8SYA

We had a President in Budapest, Jack He went out for a ride and he never came back

Genuine tragedy: @carolecadwalla.bsky.social on the monstrous Israeli war on beautiful Lebanon www.thenerve.news/p/lebanon-wa...

Difficult to describe how unusual it is for @icrc.org to speak publicly like this. "Heavy explosive weapons with wide-area effects struck densely populated urban areas, including the capital Beirut, without effective advance warnings." ICRC Outraged by Deadly Strikes in Densely Populated Areas

In Ireland, the Easter Lily (Lile na Cásca) is a badge in the shape of a calla lily flower, worn during Easter by Irish republicans as a symbol of remembrance for Irish republican combatants who died during or were executed after the 1916 Easter Rising.

youtu.be/GDaPdpwA4Iw?... It will go to history, one way or another

Trump's incoherence in the presser this morning was off the charts. Way, way off the charts. It is so completely unacceptable.

Hi, since there are do many knowledgeable people around here. I am curious about the period right after WW2 in Europe but also USA. The reconstruction effort, how people/politicians/media described/analysed the situation with so much destruction, suffering. Looking for books on the subject.

Today, people across Iran would normally be celebrating Nowruz, an ancient festival marking the arrival of spring. For now, uncertainty prevails. Many will share one hope for the New Year: that they & their loved ones might welcome it in safety. Read more: ms.spr.ly/63328QSM3G

Access to water, healthcare and electricity is essential for safeguarding human life, especially during armed conflicts. These are not luxuries; they are fundamental needs protected under IHL.

Killing or injuring healthcare workers, bombing hospitals, targeting ambulances, isn’t just a "war consequence"; it’s a collapse of humanity. Under international humanitarian law, patients and humanitarian workers are protected along with the hospitals they work in and the ambulances they rely on.

Wow.

youtu.be/tLyw7jytykE?... A song will suddenly creep into your head

Breast cancer mortality dropped 58% from 1975 to 2019. Localized, early detected breast cancer has a 99% 5 year survival rate. Modern mammogram tech was developed by NASA for telescopes. Last year, RFK Jr. cancelled 87 research grants on breast cancer. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/16/u...

It feels like it was 10 years ago that we thought the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico was a pretty wild event.

Congress better wake up before nobody notices it's gone.

Can someone explain how the present Labour government can be "replaced/expelled"? I don't know the UK specifics. Where I live the President can disolve parliament and call for new elections.

"It is beyond comprehension that the Senate confirmed this man to oversee America’s health."

Allez, avouez, vous avez un petit coup de mou politiquement, là, et c'est compréhensible, alors on se re-motive avec Patti Smith et cette divine version chorale de "People have the power" 👊

International humanitarian law is clear: Civilians and civilian infrastructure providing essential services must be protected. Even wars have limits.

At the Munich Security Conference this weekend – long a barometer for global security priorities – climate change was largely absent. Recent global climate trends offer a warning. bit.ly/467M9Q7

For 160+ years, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has brought hope and help in humanity’s hardest moments. Our emblems, more than symbols, stand for shields safeguarding humanitarian workers and affected communities 👇🏽

The Washington Post just laid off its entire award-winning photo team. They were our eyes in places we'll never see. It's a horrifying loss at a time when lying governments, propaganda and AI slop are on the rise.

Time for a break from the news, relax, enjoy, remember if you're old enough music.youtube.com/watch?v=lJZT...

I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Stay free

I present to you, the Swedish Armed Forces Pride campaign.

go right ahead, arrest the praying clergy, see how that plays for you

Under the rules of war, parties to conflicts cannot use starvation of civilians as a method of warfare. This includes depriving them of food, water, or other essentials needed to survive, even if it does not lead to death but causes suffering. Even wars have limits. #IHL

DHS was created to prevent another 9/11. None of the things they’re focused on right now is about preventing another 9/11.

No matter what language you speak, the laws of war mean the same thing. Respect them.

When humanitarian workers and volunteers are not protected, the people we serve are the ones who suffer the most. Violence against humanitarians must stop.

The Epstein Files Transparency Act is a law, passed by Congress on November 19 with an overwhelming vote. Complying with it was not optional. The Department of Justice did not comply. I want to make sure this is very clear.

The reasons for Trump's action in Venezuela emerge: 1. It is all about oil. Trump wants Venezuela's oil. 2. It looks like imperialism: Trump talks about long-term US occupation. 3. It is not about democracy. Trump dismisses María Corina Machado. 4. It is not about drugs.

Despite the stark challenges currently facing humanity, we continue to witness how people from all over the world are demonstrating the importance of activism and the life-changing power of solidarity. Here are some stories of hope and humanity to end the year 🕯️ amn.st/63328CjBlY

Our Pantone color of the year will always be red. Its use was officially adopted in 1864, when the Red Cross was established as a neutral emblem to protect medical staff & facilities on the battlefield. The Red Cross and Red Crescent emblems are symbols of hope. They must be protected & respected.

Just good old vibes youtu.be/YIXh0JNvuHs?...

BREAKING: Bernie Sanders just now:

Journalists and media: stop bothsidesing attacks on childhood vaccines. We look to you to report what is happening and what the effects will be, not repeat the administration’s rhetoric. The effects will be more sickness and more death. That is not something to bothsides. Hold power accountable.

Trump’s reference to a reporter as “insubordinate” is all you need to know about his view of the right to a free press. www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/1...

Sometimes s song pops up youtu.be/Xv8FBjo1Y8I?...

💡Energy infrastructure sustains communities worldwide: from power plants to water stations & pumps, crucial systems keep our lights on and are crucial to providing healthcare services, among others. Under IHL, critical infrastructure must be protected. Even wars have limits.

Sieges can't target civilians. 💧 Destroying food, water, or essential services that cause starvation is prohibited. 🚫 Starvation is not a weapon. 🤝 Aid must pass freely. 🏃 Civilians must be allowed to leave Even wars have limits.

Happy Howloween. 🐺

In 1859, surrounded by the chaos of war, one man saw what others overlooked: humanity. When Henry Dunant died on this day in 1910, he left behind more than a memory; he left a legacy of empathy that changed the world.

❗The laws of war are clear: hospitals must be protected. Healthcare workers must be able to do their jobs. Not everyone can evacuate — patients in beds cannot just leave. 🏥❌ Hospitals, ambulances, patients, and healthcare staff are never targets. Even wars have limits.

Is this the picture they're not allowed to post on social media?