International Committee of the Red Cross.
humanitarian institution based in Geneva, Switzerland, and a three-time Nobel Prize Laureate
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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ICRC met with Aung San Suu Kyi regarding her health while King Charles delivered books to the detained leader in Myanmar.Well supported6 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is supporting health facilities in Nigeria to combat malnutrition.Some support1 report
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Jordan hosted a conference on UNGA sidelines focusing on respecting International Humanitarian Law, attended by various countries and the ICRC.Some support1 report
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The International Committee of the Red Cross organized a national moot court competition in Rwanda.Some support1 report
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Israel's prison administration in Gaza denied medical treatment to detainees, prompting calls for ICRC intervention.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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ICRC meets with Hamas in Qatar and discusses hostage access with Netanyahu regarding former hostages in Gaza.Some support1 report
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The ICRC appealed to President Biden regarding the ongoing hostage situation and operational conduct during the conflict involving Hamas.Well supported5 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is supporting surgeries for weapon-wounded victims in South Sudan.Some support2 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross observes measures restricting humanitarian action.Some support1 report
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Russia claimed Azovstal was involved in the conflict, while the ICRC recorded hundreds of prisoners there.Some support1 report
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Morocco hosted a symposium with representatives from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).Some support2 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross is facilitating prisoner exchanges and disclosing missing persons figures in the Ukraine conflict.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A meeting took place on August 4, 2026, involving Indonesia, the ICRC, António Guterres, and representatives from Israel to discuss humanitarian issues.Some support1 report
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Azerbaijan exchanged views on peace processes and humanitarian law with the International Committee of the Red Cross.Some support1 report
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Humanitarian organizations are providing canned food assistance and supporting communal ovens for displaced persons in Gaza City.Some support1 report
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The national Red Cross society in Botswana gained international recognition, having predated the country's independence.Some support1 report
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Iranian authorities appealed to the ICRC for the pilot release of Iranian pilots captured in Qatar during the Middle East war.Well supported66 reports
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ICRC presented insights and dialogue was built between military and humanitarian organization at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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ICRC provided rehabilitation services in Laos.Some support1 report
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The International Committee of the Red Cross listed missing individuals related to the Marawi siege in the Philippines.Some support2 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross renewed its pledge to deepen cooperation and humanitarian aid.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The International Committee of the Red Cross, led by Pierre Krähenbühl, advocated for lessons learned from the 9/11 attacks concerning the World Trade Center.Some support1 report
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The International Committee of the Red Cross co-organizes a conference on humanitarian law, involving figures associated with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah.Some support1 report
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Itamar Ben-Gvir claims the International Committee of the Red Cross did not visit hostages, while other political developments unfold.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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High Court grants access to visit security prisoners, while Minister Ben-Gvir publicly opposes judicial rulings on security matters.Some support3 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross is maintaining a delegation in Armenia and seeking access to detainees in Azerbaijan.Some support2 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross facilitated a handover following a conflict.Some support1 report
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Ongoing armed conflict in Colombia necessitates international humanitarian monitoring by the International Committee of the Red Cross.Some support2 reports
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Minister's visits and protests in Gaza City highlight concerns over detainee and missing persons conditions.Some support3 reports
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An earthquake impacted the municipality of San José del Palmar, leading to aid efforts by the ICRC.Some support2 reports
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The United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross jointly issued an urgent appeal for regulation of autonomous weapons due to conflicts in the Middle East.Well supported52 reports1 development inside
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UN bodies reiterate concerns regarding AI weapons and call for international action on autonomous systems.Some support2 reports
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ICRC singles out the Middle East for major concern, referencing the UN Charter regarding conflicts.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The International Committee of the Red Cross spearheaded a declaration for the protection of humanitarian personnel, focusing on aid in Myanmar and Syria.Some support1 report
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The ICRC facilitated the transfer of a patient from a health center in Kidal to a hospital in Gao.Some support1 report
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Two nations launched a global initiative, discussing advancing cooperation between the Kingdom and the International Committee of the Red Cross.Some support1 report
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A peace process has been agreed under the Doha framework, leading to the release of detainees in the DRC, with transit through Uganda and the ICRC acting as neutral intermediary.Well supported4 reports
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An ICRC representative met with Aung San Suu Kyi to discuss her political status in Myanmar.Some support2 reports
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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) conducted visits in Myanmar regarding the status of political prisoners.Well supported51 reports1 development inside
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UN bodies discussed ASEAN's role in Myanmar while the ICRC conducted humanitarian work in Afghanistan.Some support1 report
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ICRC oversees a handover of prisoners in Beni, DRC, while AFC is involved in the peace process.Some support3 reports
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Aung San Suu Kyi met with representatives regarding humanitarian aid and sought diplomatic re-engagement in Thailand.Some support3 reports
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A Russian citizen, Tatyana Kurashkevich, was arrested in Tbilisi, Georgia, on suspicion of supplying aviation spare parts to Russia.Some support1 report
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Kirill Dmitriev praised Melania Trump for her vital global humanitarian role and coordinating international reunification efforts on behalf of the ICRC.Some support1 report
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Azerbaijan ends ICRC activities and faces ECHR scrutiny over prisoners held in Baku.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Israel expands raids across the occupied West Bank while the ICRC facilitates the transfer of detainees in the Gaza Strip.Well supported5 reports
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Joint training on battlefield mortuary affairs commenced involving Defence Headquarters and the International Committee of the Red Cross.Some support2 reports
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CyberPeace Institute and ICRC are consulting on growing cyber threats to humanitarian aid work, developing a digital emblem prototype.Some support1 report
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The ICRC Sub-Delegation in Maiduguri visited a sector commander in Monguno on July 25, 2026.Some support1 report
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ICRC facilitated the return of remains from the conflict in Lebanon.Some support1 report
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Israeli Supreme Court ruling renewed a call for the ICRC to act regarding the Palestinian National Initiative.Some support1 report
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A humanitarian delegation initiative involving Azerbaijan, the ICRC, and Kaja Kallas is being organized.Some support7 reports
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An MoU was established between Bangladesh and the International Committee of the Red Cross for disaster risk management cooperation.Some support1 report
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Joint teams, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, inspected areas surrounding Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Wattala.Some support1 report
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Cambodia and the International Committee of the Red Cross are cooperating on humanitarian and national development initiatives.Some support3 reports
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Initiative calls for cooperation on prisoner of war exchange talks involving the Government of Sudan, the ICRC, and international figures.Some support2 reports
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ICRC president visits Moscow to discuss the conflict in Ukraine with Russian authorities.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Sergey Lavrov advocated for the independence and impartiality of the ICRC, while Russia discussed financial support for the organization.Some support3 reports
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The Knesset voted against a bill that would have barred the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) from operations, a matter concerning national security.Some support2 reports
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The bodies of deceased Palestinians have been transferred from Gaza City, involving the Gaza Strip and the International Committee of the Red Cross.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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What's reaching International Committee of the Red Cross
Events traced to International Committee of the Red Cross, step by step, newest first- Humanitarian crisis in Oleshky may restrict ICRC aid effortsThe humanitarian crisis in Oleshky may severely limit the ICRC's ability to conduct aid operations.Possible
- How could the flash floods and mudslides in northern Nepal affect the International Committee of the Red Cross?The International Committee of the Red Cross may face increased demand due to the Nepal disasterPossible
Around International Committee of the Red Cross this week
News at the entities that move International Committee of the Red Cross most-
high court OperationalA High Court bench was established in Ladakh, with a ceremonial bench held in Leh involving specific judges and bar association leaders.Moves International Committee of the Red Cross
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United Nations OperationalMND co-hosts a UN UAV course in Xi'an, with South Africa, Malaysia, and Algeria participating.Moves International Committee of the Red Cross
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Myanmar StructuralFollowing the overthrow of Aung San Suu Kyi's party, Min Aung Hlaing became president of Myanmar, prompting US calls for sanctions.Moves International Committee of the Red Cross
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António Guterres OperationalAn Oceans conference was held in Kenya regarding Africa's oceans, while a separate UN summit took place in Yerevan.Moves International Committee of the Red Cross
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Azerbaijan OperationalCandiru malware, of Israeli origin, targeted Armenian government systems, with attacks also linked to Kazakhstan and sales to Azerbaijan.Moves International Committee of the Red Cross
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Democratic Republic of the Congo OperationalAn Ebola case has been linked to travel originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo into Kenya.Moves International Committee of the Red Cross
Connections
The 40 strongest of 167, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
United Nations Operational
The two organizations actively coordinate on global policy, issuing joint appeals and statements regarding humanitarian aid and autonomous weapons regulation.
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Myanmar Structural
The ICRC's humanitarian operations and ability to conduct visits in Myanmar are structurally dependent on the country's political access and government cooperation.
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Pierre Krähenbühl Structural
Pierre Krähenbühl serves as the Director-General of the International Committee of the Red Cross.
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António Guterres Operational
António Guterres and the ICRC actively collaborate, issuing joint appeals and warnings regarding the use of autonomous weapons.
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Qatar Operational
ICRC and Qatar maintain an active bilateral relationship characterized by diplomatic talks, formal MOUs, and joint humanitarian missions.
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Azerbaijan Operational
Azerbaijan actively restricts and controls the operational scope and access of the ICRC within its territory.
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Mohammad Bagherzadeh Transactional
Mohammad Bagherzadeh has repeatedly appealed to the ICRC via letters, requesting intervention regarding pilot release and ongoing disputes.
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Lebanon Transactional
The ICRC conducts episodic operations in Lebanon, primarily facilitating the handover and transfer of detainees and remains.
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Aung San Suu Kyi Operational
The ICRC maintains ongoing direct coordination with Aung San Suu Kyi regarding her detention status, health, and humanitarian needs.
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Oleshky Operational
ICRC is actively attempting to provide humanitarian access to Oleshky, but is currently facing operational constraints.
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Hamas Operational
The two entities engage in active, confidential negotiations and discussions regarding ceasefires and hostage releases.
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Houthis Operational
Houthis actively threaten humanitarian aid delivery and have detained ICRC personnel, prompting calls for de-escalation.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo Operational
The ICRC actively conducts humanitarian missions and mediates transfers within the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Defence Headquarters Operational
The two entities are engaged in joint training concerning the protocols for battlefield mortuary affairs.
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Cambodia Operational
Cambodia and the ICRC maintain a partnership focused on humanitarian, development, and border issues.
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Alliance Transactional
ICRC provided transportation services for detainees to the Alliance.
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Indonesia Operational
The two entities cooperate through meetings to discuss and address shared humanitarian issues.
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high court Operational
The High Court mandates or grants the International Committee of the Red Cross access to visit security prisoners.
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South Sudan Shared context
The ICRC provides humanitarian aid and medical support within the context of conflict in South Sudan.
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Iran Transactional
Iranian authorities appealed to the ICRC to intervene regarding the situation of pilots.
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Melania Trump Operational
The two entities are actively engaged in coordinating international humanitarian efforts for reunification.
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Syria Shared context
The International Committee of the Red Cross conducts humanitarian operations within the country of Syria.
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Nepal Red Cross Society Structural
The relationship is characterized by the provision of technical expertise and essential supplies from the ICRC to the Nepal Red Cross Society.
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Gaza Shared context
The International Committee of the Red Cross comments on the situation within Gaza.
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CyberPeace Institute Operational
The International Committee of the Red Cross utilizes the CyberPeace Institute for specialized input regarding cyber threats impacting humanitarian aid work.
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Hiroshima Shared context
The location of the atomic bombing serves as a critical historical case study exposing the medical and humanitarian realities of modern warfare for the organization.
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ETH Zurich Operational
ETH Zurich and the International Committee of the Red Cross are collaborating on developing a digital emblem prototype.
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Hun Manet Operational
A acknowledges and facilitates the operational role of the ICRC in national development.
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Beijing Xiangshan Forum Operational
The ICRC actively presents insights and discusses conflict issues at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum.
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Asian Development Bank Operational
The two organizations have established a formal partnership to execute joint initiatives.
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Morocco Operational
The ICRC cooperates with national IHL committees of Morocco, and Morocco hosts related international events.
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Israeli Supreme Court Operational
The Israeli Supreme Court's ruling prompted the International Committee of the Red Cross to renew its call for action.
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Association of Southeast Asian Nations Operational
The ICRC calls upon ASEAN to engage politically and logistically regarding the crisis in Myanmar.
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Hezbollah Operational
The ICRC confirms prisoner releases occurring within the context of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
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Marawi Transactional
The ICRC was involved in the Marawi siege, specifically documenting the situation of missing individuals.
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Benjamin Netanyahu Operational
The ICRC has held confidential meetings and discussions with Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the hostage issue.
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Kim Jina Transactional
Kim Jina sought cooperation from the ICRC regarding the status of prisoners of war.
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Doha Operational
The two entities are engaged in functional cooperation regarding the establishment of a detainee exchange mechanism.
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Min Aung Hlaing Operational
The government, led by Min Aung Hlaing, allowed an ICRC representative to visit Aung San Suu Kyi.
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Kenya Operational
Kenya engages the International Committee of the Red Cross for humanitarian coordination regarding detainee release.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
9 events- ICRC met with Aung San Suu Kyi regarding her health while King Charles delivered books to the detained leader in Myanmar.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is supporting health facilities in Nigeria to combat malnutrition.
- Jordan hosted a conference on UNGA sidelines focusing on respecting International Humanitarian Law, attended by various countries and the ICRC.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross organized a national moot court competition in Rwanda.
- Israel's prison administration in Gaza denied medical treatment to detainees, prompting calls for ICRC intervention.
- ICRC meets with Hamas in Qatar and discusses hostage access with Netanyahu regarding former hostages in Gaza.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is supporting surgeries for weapon-wounded victims in South Sudan.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross observes measures restricting humanitarian action.
- Russia claimed Azovstal was involved in the conflict, while the ICRC recorded hundreds of prisoners there.
September 2026
13 events- The International Committee of the Red Cross is facilitating prisoner exchanges and disclosing missing persons figures in the Ukraine conflict.
- A meeting took place on August 4, 2026, involving Indonesia, the ICRC, António Guterres, and representatives from Israel to discuss humanitarian issues.
- Azerbaijan exchanged views on peace processes and humanitarian law with the International Committee of the Red Cross.
- Humanitarian organizations are providing canned food assistance and supporting communal ovens for displaced persons in Gaza City.
- The national Red Cross society in Botswana gained international recognition, having predated the country's independence.
- ICRC presented insights and dialogue was built between military and humanitarian organization at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum.
- ICRC provided rehabilitation services in Laos.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross listed missing individuals related to the Marawi siege in the Philippines.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross, led by Pierre Krähenbühl, advocated for lessons learned from the 9/11 attacks concerning the World Trade Center.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross co-organizes a conference on humanitarian law, involving figures associated with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah.
- High Court grants access to visit security prisoners, while Minister Ben-Gvir publicly opposes judicial rulings on security matters.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross is maintaining a delegation in Armenia and seeking access to detainees in Azerbaijan.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross facilitated a handover following a conflict.
August 2026
17 events- Iranian authorities appealed to the ICRC for the pilot release of Iranian pilots captured in Qatar during the Middle East war.
- Ongoing armed conflict in Colombia necessitates international humanitarian monitoring by the International Committee of the Red Cross.
- Minister's visits and protests in Gaza City highlight concerns over detainee and missing persons conditions.
- An earthquake impacted the municipality of San José del Palmar, leading to aid efforts by the ICRC.
- The United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross jointly issued an urgent appeal for regulation of autonomous weapons due to conflicts in the Middle East.
- UN bodies reiterate concerns regarding AI weapons and call for international action on autonomous systems.
- ICRC singles out the Middle East for major concern, referencing the UN Charter regarding conflicts.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross spearheaded a declaration for the protection of humanitarian personnel, focusing on aid in Myanmar and Syria.
- The ICRC facilitated the transfer of a patient from a health center in Kidal to a hospital in Gao.
- Two nations launched a global initiative, discussing advancing cooperation between the Kingdom and the International Committee of the Red Cross.
- A peace process has been agreed under the Doha framework, leading to the release of detainees in the DRC, with transit through Uganda and the ICRC acting as neutral intermediary.
- An ICRC representative met with Aung San Suu Kyi to discuss her political status in Myanmar.
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) conducted visits in Myanmar regarding the status of political prisoners.
- UN bodies discussed ASEAN's role in Myanmar while the ICRC conducted humanitarian work in Afghanistan.
- ICRC oversees a handover of prisoners in Beni, DRC, while AFC is involved in the peace process.
- Aung San Suu Kyi met with representatives regarding humanitarian aid and sought diplomatic re-engagement in Thailand.
- A Russian citizen, Tatyana Kurashkevich, was arrested in Tbilisi, Georgia, on suspicion of supplying aviation spare parts to Russia.
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July 2026
16 events- The ICRC appealed to President Biden regarding the ongoing hostage situation and operational conduct during the conflict involving Hamas.
- Morocco hosted a symposium with representatives from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).
- The International Committee of the Red Cross renewed its pledge to deepen cooperation and humanitarian aid.
- Kirill Dmitriev praised Melania Trump for her vital global humanitarian role and coordinating international reunification efforts on behalf of the ICRC.
- Azerbaijan ends ICRC activities and faces ECHR scrutiny over prisoners held in Baku.
- Joint training on battlefield mortuary affairs commenced involving Defence Headquarters and the International Committee of the Red Cross.
- CyberPeace Institute and ICRC are consulting on growing cyber threats to humanitarian aid work, developing a digital emblem prototype.
- The ICRC Sub-Delegation in Maiduguri visited a sector commander in Monguno on July 25, 2026.
- ICRC facilitated the return of remains from the conflict in Lebanon.
- Israeli Supreme Court ruling renewed a call for the ICRC to act regarding the Palestinian National Initiative.
- A humanitarian delegation initiative involving Azerbaijan, the ICRC, and Kaja Kallas is being organized.
- An MoU was established between Bangladesh and the International Committee of the Red Cross for disaster risk management cooperation.
- Joint teams, including the International Committee of the Red Cross, inspected areas surrounding Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium in Wattala.
- Cambodia and the International Committee of the Red Cross are cooperating on humanitarian and national development initiatives.
- ICRC president visits Moscow to discuss the conflict in Ukraine with Russian authorities.
- Sergey Lavrov advocated for the independence and impartiality of the ICRC, while Russia discussed financial support for the organization.
June 2026
5 events- Itamar Ben-Gvir claims the International Committee of the Red Cross did not visit hostages, while other political developments unfold.
- Israel expands raids across the occupied West Bank while the ICRC facilitates the transfer of detainees in the Gaza Strip.
- Initiative calls for cooperation on prisoner of war exchange talks involving the Government of Sudan, the ICRC, and international figures.
- The Knesset voted against a bill that would have barred the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) from operations, a matter concerning national security.
- The bodies of deceased Palestinians have been transferred from Gaza City, involving the Gaza Strip and the International Committee of the Red Cross.