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Armed conflicts are not beyond the reach of the law. Warring parties are not free to pursue victory at any cost, especially when it endangers civilians. Even wars have limits, always.

$Before every act in war,\nremember the faces\nbehind the consequences.$

ALT Before every act in war,\nremember the faces\nbehind the consequences.

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📍DR Congo | When violence forced Likana Dhesa to flee Djugu territory, he left behind his home, his work as a tailor, and his family, who fled in another direction. During the journey from Bule to Bunia, his already weakened prosthesis broke. He reached the Rwankole Physical Rehabilitation Centre in Bunia to have it repaired.

$I arrived in Bunia on foot after fleeing the violence in Bule. Without my prosthesis, I would never have been able to make it this far.\u201D$

ALT I arrived in Bunia on foot after fleeing the violence in Bule. Without my prosthesis, I would never have been able to make it this far.\u201D

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Jun 13

Horrific frontline news reports can leave the impression the laws of war are rarely respected, but international humanitarian law helps prevent even greater suffering and protects countless lives. All parties to conflicts worldwide must then strengthen their respect for the rules of war.

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Jun 12

📍Sudan | We are heartbroken by the death of Ahmed Yaquob Osman, a volunteer from the Sudanese Red Crescent Society who was killed while supporting communities in El Obeid, North Kordofan State. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as to the Sudanese Red Crescent Society. The continued loss of humanitarian workers is unacceptable. Weapon bearers must do all they can to ensure their safety and uphold the principles that enable humanitarian assistance to reach those who need it most.

We are heartbroken by the death of Ahmed Yaquob Osman, a volunteer from the Sudanese Red Crescent Society who was killed while supporting communities in El Obeid, North Kordofan State. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as to the Sudanese Red Crescent Society. This marks yet another tragic loss among our colleagues and fellow Sudanese humanitarian workers since last year. Each humanitarian worker killed is more than a statistic. Every death is a profound loss for a family, a community, and the humanitarian mission they served with courage and dedication. We must not allow these tragedies to become normalized. Humanitarian workers are members of the communities they serve, working tirelessly to provide protection, assistance, and hope, often at great personal risk. Weapon bearers must do all they can to ensure their safety and uphold the principles that enable humanitarian assistance to reach those who need it most.

ALT We are heartbroken by the death of Ahmed Yaquob Osman, a volunteer from the Sudanese Red Crescent Society who was killed while supporting communities in El Obeid, North Kordofan State. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as to the Sudanese Red Crescent Society. This marks yet another tragic loss among our colleagues and fellow Sudanese humanitarian workers since last year. Each humanitarian worker killed is more than a statistic. Every death is a profound loss for a family, a community, and the humanitarian mission they served with courage and dedication. We must not allow these tragedies to become normalized. Humanitarian workers are members of the communities they serve, working tirelessly to provide protection, assistance, and hope, often at great personal risk. Weapon bearers must do all they can to ensure their safety and uphold the principles that enable humanitarian assistance to reach those who need it most.

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ICRC in Nigeria

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Jun 11

For people ready affected by conflict & displacement, cholera can pose a serious threat to health & well-being. Today, we donated cholera kits, & essential medical kits to the @bornosmoh to support the cholera response in the state ensuring timely care for affected communities.

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Jun 12

In Zalambessa town, #Tigray region, the water supply system was severely impacted by armed hostilities, leading to a lack of water to meet the basic needs of residents. In response, the @ICRC constructed & renovated water points for the school and the community. Watch here 👇🏾

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Jun 12

In places affected by armed conflict, violence against those providing care and assistance has deeply affected the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including National Societies, whose volunteers and community health workers are often on the front lines of response. Medical and humanitarian personnel are protected under different rules of international humanitarian law, and they must be respected and protected at all times. They must not be attacked, threatened, or obstructed from carrying out their work. Parties to conflict have the power and the responsibility to prevent such acts and ensure respect for their obligations under international humanitarian law (IHL).

ALT Attacks against healthcare workers, humanitarian personnel and volunteers must stop

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Jun 11

📍Ukraine | For Viktor, using a prosthesis for the first time was a life-changing moment. He is patient at the ICRC-supported Prosthetics and Orthotics Laboratory at the University Hospital in Kharkiv 👇🏼

ALT Ukraine | For Viktor, using a prosthesis for the first time was a life-changing moment. He is patient at the ICRC-supported Prosthetics and Orthotics Laboratory at the University Hospital in Kharkiv

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ICRC Law & Policy Outreach

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Jun 11

Conflict damages not only homes but also the relationships that sustain dignity and recovery. Humanitarian action which focuses on individuals, should strengthen local agency and social bonds, not replace them. Full post → bit.ly/4eEHgBJ #CommunityResilience

We helped individuals while harming persons: what conflict-affected communities deserve beyond...

Conflict-affected communities deserve more than beneficiary status. Recovery depends on dignity, relationships, and agency.

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Jun 11

📍Mali | The security situation has deteriorated in several regions since 25 April 2026, leading to massive casualties, loss of life, and new waves of displacement. The fighting has also put increased pressure on livelihoods and access to essential services. We have supported thousands of civilians to meet their urgent needs while maintaining essential services and strengthening community resilience. Learn more in our operational update 👉🏽ms.spr.ly/6018v9zkM

$Mali: ICRC strengthens its support for people affected by armed violence\u202F$

ALT Mali: ICRC strengthens its support for people affected by armed violence\u202F

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ICRC South Sudan

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Jun 11

People affected by armed conflict and violence in #SouthSudan continue to face growing humanitarian needs. Patrick Yousef, our Regional Director for Africa, has called upon the international community not to forget South Sudan. #SSoT.

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ICRC in Israel & OT

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Jun 10

📍West Bank “This project will reduce losses and helps improve our lives,” shared Nasr Mizher, head of the Deir Nidham village council after the ICRC helped improve the village’s access to water. 🧵1/3

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ICRC Afghanistan

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Jun 11

Hurofullah was just 9 years old when a landmine changed his life forever. 💔 While playing in #Badakhshan, he stepped on an explosive device & lost his left leg. Today, with the support of the @ICRC’s physical rehabilitation program, Hurofullah is walking and playing again.

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📍Nigeria | Years after being displaced by armed conflict, farmers like Abubakar are looking ahead to a new harvest. We recently distributed improved seeds and seedlings to farmers in Biu, Borno State, helping families strengthen their food security and livelihoods.

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Jun 10

War is not only fought on frontlines. It is lived in homes without power, in streets without safety, and in families trying to survive another day. Respect for civilians and access to aid are not optional; they are essential.

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Jun 10

Attacks on: Museums Religious sites Historic monuments Libraries Are attacks on: Our identity. Our history. Our humanity. Cultural property and places of worship are protected under international humanitarian law. Even during war.

Cultural property and places of worship are not a target. International humanitarian law is clear: Even during wars, museums, libraries, places of worship, archaeological sites, and historic monuments are protected.

ALT Cultural property and places of worship are not a target. International humanitarian law is clear: Even during wars, museums, libraries, places of worship, archaeological sites, and historic monuments are protected.

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ICRC Africa

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Jun 10

📍 Lebanon | Sleep is harder, silence feels heavier, and daily life is shaped by fear. Like many in southern Lebanon, Kawthar chose to stay despite the risks. She is now among those receiving in-kind support from the ICRC to help sustain daily life and dignity in her community.

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Jun 9

📍Honduras | We accompanied families of missing persons in presenting the draft law on search and legal protection of missing persons and their families to the President of the Honduran Congress (@hn_congreso). This bill is a key opportunity to strengthen the State’s obligations on search, location, and identification, and to guarantee the rights of missing persons and their families.

Families of missing persons in Honduras are pushing for a law to protect the rights of their loved ones. We are supporting them through technical advisory assistance.

ALT Families of missing persons in Honduras are pushing for a law to protect the rights of their loved ones. We are supporting them through technical advisory assistance.

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اللجنة الدولية للصليب الأحمر في لبنان

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Jun 9

What happens when one link in the supply chain breaks? From COVID-19 to today's regional challenges, logistics teams must constantly adapt to the unexpected. Tune in to Men el Miden podcast and discover what it takes to stay one step ahead. Watch now! 🎧linktr.ee/icrclebanon?fbclid…

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