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Published on 05:24 GMT

Philippines: ICRC Activities in the Philippines - Facts and figures (January - December 2018)

Highlights from our humanitarian action in 2018 In 2018, internal armed conflicts affected many communities in the Philippines. Particularly in Mindanao, clashes caused displacement and lack of access to necessities. Many people who returned to Marawi or …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Jan 21, 2019

WEF, WB, ICRC launch Humanitarian Investing initiative

The World Economic Forum (WEF), together with the World Bank (WB) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) are launching the Humanitarian Investing initiative, which brings together key humanitarian and development actors, and …

Source: Daily News Egypt
Published on 08:49 GMT

Second humanitarian visit to Falklands confirmed by Buenos Aires and UK ambassador

Tuesday, January 22nd 2019 - 08:28 UTC The Argentine government is scheduled to begin talks with Malvinas families to organize a trip similar to the historic visit in March 2017 The Argentine government has confirmed that in coming days it will be meeting …

Source: MercoPress
Published on 07:54 GMT

Mali: Mali-Niger: Climate change and conflict make an explosive mix in the Sahel

Geneva (ICRC) – The effects of climate change are exacerbating conflict between communities in both Mali and Niger, leading to a deepening of poverty, a weakening of public services and a disruption to traditional means of survival. The violence and …

Source: Relief Web
Published on 06:41 GMT

Red Cross sounds alarm over use of 'killer robots' in future wars

NAIROBI: Countries must agree strict rules on "killer robots" - autonomous weapons which can assassinate without human involvement, a top Red Cross official has said, amid growing ethical concerns over their use in future wars. Semi-autonomous …

Source: Economic Times
Published on 05:06 GMT

Poll Shows Strong Opposition to ‘Killer Robots’

In the United States and around the world, public concern is rising at the prospect of weapons systems that would select and attack targets without human intervention. © 2018 Campaign to Stop Killer Robots (Washington, DC) – More than three in every …

Source: Human Rights Watch
Published on 00:56 GMT

Boko Haram: Crisis over influx of people into IDP camps

About 30,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) have moved into Maiduguri, Borno State, and caused sharp increase in the population of the four IDP camps as well as food and shelter crises. In the wake of the resurgence in terrorists’ activities by ISWAP, …

Source: New Telegraph
Published on 00:35 GMT

The battle on the frontline of climate change

Image caption Mali is lurching between drought and flood Everything about Mami exudes exhaustion. Her round brown eyes are pools of sadness, and her bulbous body throbs with pain. "First, armed groups attacked nearby," she explains in a tired …

Source: BBC
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Event | Follow IRIN at the World Economic Forum in Davos

This week, IRIN will take part in the annual World Economic Forum gathering of top business and political leaders in Davos, Switzerland through a series of special events. Meet the New Humanitarians changing the face of aid Tuesday, 22 January, 7.30-8.45AM …

Source: Irinnews
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Boko Haram: Food, shelter crises hit Borno IDPs camps amid fresh attacks

The massive influx of about 30,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) into Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, amid latest Boko Haram attacks have brought about an increase in the population density of four IDPs camps. The development has sparked food …

Source: Daily Post
Published on Jan 19, 2019

ICRC Ready To Offer Support On Yemen Prisoner Exchanges Once Lists Finalized

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is ready to offer the two sides of Yemen's conflict technical support in facilitating prisoner exchanges, once final lists of prisoners are agreed upon, Mirella Hodeib, the spokeswoman for the …

Source: Yemen Online
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Boko Haram: Anxiety as IDP Camps Record Influx of People

IDP Camps The mass influx of about 30,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) into Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, has brought about increase in the population density of four IDP camps, just as it has also sparked-off food and shelter crises. In …

Source: Prompt News Online
Published on Jan 21, 2019

World: 8 things we must do to tackle humanitarian crises in 2019

In Timbuktu, Mali this month I met with families without food whose crops have failed and whose children have been killed by improvised explosive devices (IED). I couldn't help but be moved by the deep levels of people's suffering; too many are …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Jan 18, 2019

AfDB, ICRC join Forces to Accelerate Economic Resilience in Fragile Countries

The African Development Bank Group and the International Committee of the Red Cross join forces to accelerate gender equality, build resilience, and provide improved economic opportunities in Africa’s transition countries THE African Development Bank …

Source: Realnews
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Africa: Humanitarian Issues to Figure Prominently at Davos Forum

By Lisa SchleinHeads of U.N. and international aid agencies will use the World Economic Forum’s influential platform to present humanitarian and human rights issues on behalf of millions of people caught in conflict, poverty and natural disasters. The …

Source: News
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Launching new humanitarian investing initiative

Fon Mathuros, Head of Media, World Economic Forum, Tel.: +41 79 201 0211; Email: fma@weforum.org The World Economic Forum, the World Bank and the International Committee of the Red Cross are launching a High-Level Group on Humanitarian Investing to unlock …

Source: Nigeria Sun
Published on Jan 21, 2019

World: Implementing IHL: Participation of the American States in International Humanitarian Law Treaties and their ...

INTRODUCTION This report, prepared by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), describes the qualitative and quantitative advances achieved in the period 2016–2017 by the Member States of the Organization of American States (OAS). This progress …

Source: Relief Web
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Falklands supports a visit next March of the families from the 18 newly identified Argentine soldiers

Monday, January 21st 2019 - 07:47 UTC MLA Barry Elsby said Falklands continues to ensure its commitment to the Geneva Convention which requires that persons lost in combat are identified where possible The Falkland Islands government said in a release that …

Source: Merco Press
Published on Jan 21, 2019

Cuba, Colombia face standoff over extradition of ELN rebels

Colombia called on Cuba to arrest 10 National Liberation Army (ELN) commanders currently in Havana for stalled peace talks after a car bombing blamed on the leftist rebels killed 21 people and injured dozens at a police academy in Bogota. President Ivan …

Source: Sabah

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Published on October 19, 2018 - 12:44 GMT

South Sudan: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) facilitates release of 24 detainees

Download logo The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has facilitated the release of 24 persons detained in relation to the conflict in South Sudan, including 16 detainees released on Friday. This week marks the first releases of prisoners …

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Published on September 17, 2018 - 16:42 GMT

Nigeria: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) condemns midwife’s murder, appeals to abductors to spare two ...

Download logo The International Committee of the Red Cross condemns in the strongest terms the tragic killing of its abducted colleague Saifura Hussaini Ahmed Khorsa. It is appealing to the armed group to immediately release a second ICRC midwife and …

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Published on August 30, 2018 - 13:08 GMT

Interview opportunity with the Deputy Regional Director for Africa, currently in Mali International Committee of the Red ...

Download logo Mr. Youssef can speak about: - The humanitarian situation after displaced people fled fighting - The humanitarian consequences of intercommunal violence in central Mali - The effects of the armed conflict in Mali on neighboring countries ( …

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Published on May 4, 2018 - 04:49 GMT

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) staff member abducted in Somalia

A German nurse working for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has been abducted in the Somali capital Mogadishu. "We are deeply concerned about the safety of our colleague," said Daniel O'Malley, ICRC's deputy head of …

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Published on May 1, 2018 - 15:22 GMT

South Sudan: International Committee of the Red Cross facilitates safe return of 10 aid workers abducted last week

Ten aid workers taken by an armed group last week were returned to Juba today by a team from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The South Sudanese aid workers were transported by ICRC aircraft from an area around Yei to the capital, Juba. …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, World & Regional
Published on May 1, 2018 - 03:25 GMT

South Sudan: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) facilitates safe return of 10 aid workers abducted last ...

Ten aid workers taken by an armed group last week were returned to Juba today by a team from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The South Sudanese aid workers were transported by ICRC aircraft from an area around Yei to the capital, Juba. …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on January 29, 2018 - 13:34 GMT

South Sudan: International Committee of the Red Cross available to act as a neutral intermediary in release of detainees

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has informed parties involved in the conflict in South Sudan that it can facilitate any potential release of persons detained in relation to the conflict. Following the signature of the Agreement on …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on January 11, 2018 - 09:30 GMT

Sudan: Critical needs in Darfur, southern Sudan, where the International Committee of the Red Cross will increase ...

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) will increase its field assistance activities in Sudan’s Darfur region in 2018, returning to an area where years of conflict have adversely affected the health and welfare of residents. The ICRC will also …

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Published on January 22, 2019 - 16:08 GMT

ProQR to present at RNA Therapeutics 2019 following latest development of RNA-based oligonucleotide to treat vision loss

SMi reports: Associate Director at ProQR is set to present at the 10th Annual RNA Therapeutics Conference, taking place on 20th – 21st February 2019 in London. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Undoubtedly, the field …

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Published on January 22, 2019 - 12:19 GMT

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd to present on FIREFLY loitering weapon system & SPIKE LR2 anti-tank guided missile

SMi Reports: Speaker Interview Released with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd in the run-up to Future Soldier Technology 2019 LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the only conference exclusively focused on Future …

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Published on January 22, 2019 - 09:00 GMT

N-Hance Announces Master Franchise Agreement In Lebanon

Wood refinishing brand seeks master franchisees to continue global expansion NASHVILLE, TN, USA, January 22, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- N-Hance Wood Refinishing has expanded its global presence further with a new Master Franchise agreement in …

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Published on January 22, 2019 - 03:56 GMT

D’Andre D. Lampkin Foundation Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr Legacy Through Service

Cerritos College Students Puts Citizenship and Service in Action ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The D’Andre D. Lampkin Foundation today led students from Cerritos College EOPS Dynamics of Leadership …

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Published on January 22, 2019 - 14:46 GMT

Thousands of Nigerian refugees seek safety in Chad

Download logo This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Charlie Yaxley – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. A new upsurge of violence in northeastern Nigeria has forced …

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Published on January 21, 2019 - 12:29 GMT

17 year old is CEO & Founder of Synbook and other international companies

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, USA, January 21, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Starting a new business that serves millions of people around the globe is a difficult task at any age, however, at the age of 17, it sounds almost impossible. There are some …

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Published on January 21, 2019 - 18:28 GMT

The Nairobi Summit to advance the implementation of the International Conference on Population and Development Programme ...

Download logo The Government of the Republic of Kenya and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) today announced the convening of a high-level conference to advance the implementation of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) …

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Published on January 21, 2019 - 18:28 GMT

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Statement: Nigerian Refugees Fleeing to Cameroon Cannot Be Sent Back

Download logo Statement by Eric Batonon, Nigeria Country Director for the Norwegian Refugee Council: “The Norwegian Refugee Council calls for Nigerian and Cameroonian authorities to provide immediate assistance to thousands of Nigerian civilians fleeing …

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Published on January 21, 2019 - 09:20 GMT

Statement by UNSMIL on latest developments in the South

Download logo The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) expresses its deep concern about reports coming from the South on the mobilisation of armed forces and the escalating cycle of statements and counter-statements, signalling growing risks of …

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Published on January 19, 2019 - 10:47 GMT

Einstein and Gandhi

It is ironic that Mahatma Gandhi, the epitome of non-violence was ranked by time magazine as the runners up to its man of the 20th century (Albert Einstein). DUBAI, --, UAE, January 19, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “I believe that Gandhi’s views …

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Published on January 18, 2019 - 18:00 GMT

GoodFirms Research Cultivated the list of Trustworthy and Top Magento Developers

Based on Quality, Reliability and Ability GoodFirms research team listed the top Magento developers globally WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- These days, entrepreneurs are looking forward to the …

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Published on January 18, 2019 - 17:00 GMT

Gearlab Announces Conservation Program with Global Activist Sea Shepherd with Custom Paddles

100 percent of the profits per sale will be donated to Sea Shepherd. TAIPEI, , TAIWAN,, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Taipei, Taiwan, January 18, 2019— Gearlab, award-winning design company of high-performance kayak …

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Published on January 18, 2019 - 12:44 GMT

MiFinity launches eWallet on PaymentIQ

DUBLIN, DUBLIN, IRELAND, January 18, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DUBLIN, 18 January 2019 – MiFinity, a global payments provider, today announced that the MiFinity eWallet is available for all merchants using PaymentIQ. The revamped MiFinity …

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Published on January 18, 2019 - 19:54 GMT

Statement delivered by H.E. Ambassador J Matjila, Permanent Representative of South Africa to the United Nations in New ...

Download logo As stated by H.E. Ambassador J Matjila We would like to add our voice in thanking you for convening this meeting today, and to thank SRSG Mr Ghassan Salame for his comprehensive briefing to the Council today. This briefing is timely given the …

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Published on January 18, 2019 - 18:43 GMT

Sudan: Security forces continue deadly onslaught on protestors and medical personnel

Download logo Sudan’s security forces must stop their ongoing deadly onslaught on protesters and medical personnel, Amnesty International said today following the death of a doctor, a man and a child from gunshot wounds inflicted during the 17 January …

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Published on January 18, 2019 - 11:00 GMT

UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria gravely concerned over Interruption of Aid delivery to thousands following deadly ...

Download logo The United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Edward Kallon, has expressed grave concern over the interruption of aid delivery to tens of thousands of internally displaced people in Rann, a town in eastern Borno State about 10 …

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Published on January 17, 2019 - 18:00 GMT

GoodFirms Research Highlights the Most Reliable Law Firms

GoodFirms puts forward the best law firms for legal services based on several strict methodologies WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Businesses and organizations keep seeking out for brilliant law …

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Published on January 17, 2019 - 17:55 GMT

Cub Scouts Take to the Pinewood Derby at the Clearwater Community Volunteers Center

CLEARWATER, FL, US, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On January 19th, Cub Scout Pack 43 will hold their annual Pinewood Derby inside the Clearwater Community Volunteers (CCV) Center. More than 20 Cub Scouts will pit their gravity-propelled …

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Published on January 17, 2019 - 17:00 GMT

Women’s Rights Forum Leads to Solutions in the Workplace

CLEARWATER, FL, US, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On January 12, United for Human Rights Florida held their monthly Women’s Rights Forum in their Center in Downtown Clearwater. The forum covered issues specifically on women in the …

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Published on January 17, 2019 - 15:26 GMT

Fighting to Eradicate Human Trafficking - Youth Help to Change the Law to Protecting Future Generations.

Youth for Human Rights advocates celebrate after the signing of the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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2019 China (Guangzhou) In’l Metal &Metallurgy Exhibition

Date: 13-Jun-19 to 15-Jun-19

Location: China

In the past 19 years, the exhibition successfully played its role in industry trade boost. It has attracted 300,000 professional purchasers, been attended by over 30 countries business departments, and been issued by more than 300 medias. “The 20th China(Guangzhou) International Metal & Metallurgy Exhibition”will be held at Pazhou Complex-the largest exhibition center in Asia. Take a panoramic view around the world, this exhibition will play an important role & bring great business opportunities again. Hope vendors & visitors could catch this great opportunity to win a good year. Achievement Thousands of exhibitors from more than 30 countries & regions and 500,000 domestic and abroad visitors attended in the previous sixteen exhibitions. Exhibiting Scope 1. Plate ...

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