Commissioner, Ministers, Excellencies, colleagues,From Gaza to Ukraine, Sudan, Yemen, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the International Committee of the Red Cross observes a worldwide inability to safeguard civilians during armed conflicts. What actions are being taken to address this pressing issue?
Global Failure to Protect Civilians in Armed Conflict
- Red Cross highlights the lack of protection for civilians in conflict zones
- Countries urged to prioritize safeguarding civilian lives
- Concerns raised over the alarming trend of civilian casualties
Urgent Call to Action
- Immediate steps needed to ensure the safety of civilians
- States urged to uphold international humanitarian law
- International community called upon to address the crisis
From Gaza to Ukraine, Sudan, Yemen, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the International Committee of the Red Cross witnesses a global failure to protect civilians in armed conflict. States must urgently address this issue to prevent further loss of innocent lives.
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