ICRC President in Syria: “This is a huge task ahead of us”
3 days ago · As the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Mirjana Spoljaric, concluded her three-day visit to Syria, she emphasised that respect for international humanitarian law (IHL) and providing answers for families of the missing are crucial in fostering reconciliation and long-term stability.
Red Cross Begins to Bring Aid to Besieged Areas of Syria
Jan 14, 2016 · The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is working alongside the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) and the United Nations to deliver vital aid to thousands of people living in three besieged areas in Syria.
Red Cross says locating missing Syrians after Assad's downfall …
5 days ago · The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a Britain-based war monitor, says more than 100,000 people have died in detention from torture or dire health conditions across Syria since 2011. It's not ...
Useful information for people affected by the conflict in Syria
Dec 18, 2024 · For families in Syria searching for loved ones or former detainees, call +963 936033628. Working hours: Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For those outside Syria, please contact your local National Red Cross or Red Crescent Society or the nearest ICRC office.
Syria: Humanitarian access and protection of civilians | ICRC
Dec 8, 2024 · Damascus (ICRC) — Our teams in Syria, including in Damascus, have been closely monitoring the fast-evolving security and humanitarian situation in coordination with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC).. The International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) is responding wherever possible, with further efforts underway, as hundreds of thousands of people need care and humanitarian assistance.
Syria: How we are contributing in search for missing | ICRC
Dec 13, 2024 · Since the start of the armed conflict in Syria, the ICRC, together with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners, has registered 35,000 cases of people who have gone missing in Syria. This number reflects the requests of the families who approached the ICRC - we know that in reality the figures are far greater. Years, even decades, of living in ...
Hundreds of Thousands in Türkiye and Syria Still ... - American Red Cross
Feb 5, 2024 · Hundreds of thousands of people in Türkiye and Syria are still in need of help one year after the devastating 2023 earthquake. The Red Cross and Red Crescent network, including the American Red Cross, continue today to support those impacted by the deadly quakes.
Syria - IFRC
Dec 23, 2024 · SARC continues to lead the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement response in Syria as the national convener, especially during this time of political uncertainty and humanitarian need.The Turkish Red Crescent is providing food and basic supplies at border crossings for the many people who are trying to return to Syria.
Red Cross to expand Syria humanitarian efforts beyond $100m …
4 days ago · The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) plans to expand its work in Syria significantly beyond an initial $100 million programme, the organisation’s president said on Monday, citing ...
Red Cross Appeals For $145 Mn In Aid For Syria - Barron's
Dec 23, 2024 · The Red Cross launched an emergency appeal Monday for 130 million Swiss francs ($145 million) to aid millions of Syrians returning to destroyed homes and neighbourhoods after the fall of longtime...