International Committee of the Red Cross

Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza urged to free civilians now!

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“Hamas and other armed groups must immediately release civilians held hostage in Gaza” Why is it Urgent to Release Hostages in Gaza? Hamas and armed groups must release all civilian hostages immediately Tens of thousands in Israel demand a ceasefire agreement for hostage release 116 individuals held hostage, 43 confirmed dead by Israeli authorities What … Read more

Breaking: EU’s commitment to asylum rights in Europe must be protected!

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Why is upholding the right to asylum crucial in Europe? Refugees must have access to protection. States must guarantee the right to seek and enjoy asylum. The international refugee protection system must be respected. What are the concerning developments regarding asylum processing? The EU and its Member States are outsourcing asylum processing. This risks undermining … Read more

Exclusive Update: UN Refugee Chief Addresses Security Council

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Statement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to the United Nations Security Council Thu, 05/30/2024 – 21:00 What global challenges does Mozambique face? Most devastating manifestations of the climate emergency Violent internal conflict fueled by armed groups Widespread forced displacement Why is compliance with international humanitarian law critical? Non-compliance with international humanitarian law … Read more

Opposition to U.S. Government’s Decision to Cut Funding to UNRWA: A Grave Mistake

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April 29, 2024 PRESS CONTACT Diego Catala Letter from 100+ Refugee and Human Rights Organizations to U.S. Government: Withholding Funding to UNRWA a “Moral and Strategic Failure” Read the letter and see the list of the 103 signatories here Why is Withholding Funding to UNRWA Considered a Moral and Strategic Failure? In a letter to … Read more