In Colombia, the ICRC provides emergency assistance, advocates for the protection of migrants, and restores contact between families separated by conflict.| International Committee of the Red Cross
The ICRC protects those affected by war and conflict, advocating for their rights and providing life-saving assistance at all stages of hostilities.| International Committee of the Red Cross
Geneva (ICRC). On 30 August, the International Day of the Disappeared, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) will highlight the magnitude of disappearances in Latin America and the importance of greater coordination efforts by countries and institutions to mitigate one of the most painful humanitarian consequences of violence in the region.| International Committee of the Red Cross
International humanitarian law protects a wide range of people and objects during armed conflict.| International Committee of the Red Cross
The ICRC engages with all weapon bearers, both state and non-state, to fulfill its mandate of protecting and assisting those affected by war and violence.| International Committee of the Red Cross
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Bogotá (ICRC) – As a result of Colombia’s eight ongoing armed conflicts, in 2023 thousands of civilians went missing, were displaced, suffered sexual violence, or were wounded by explosive weapons or confined to their homes because of the risks of crossfire, anti-personnel mines and threats from armed groups. In addition, many young children and teenagers were involved with armed groups.| International Committee of the Red Cross
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The cases were spread across 14 departments of the country, with the Pacific region the most affected: the departments of Cauca, Valle del Cauca and Nariño accounted for 65 per cent of the injured and deceased. This rise has been driven by the increased use of explosive hazards as the hostilities have intensified. Civilians have been increasingly affected by these devices, especially launched explosives and controlled detonation devices. Of the total number of injuries and deaths recorded in...| International Committee of the Red Cross
In the first half of 2025, the ICRC responded to humanitarian challenges across Afghanistan by supporting healthcare, providing physical rehabilitation services, assisting people in establishing livelihoods and more.| International Committee of the Red Cross
States and other parties to armed conflict have an obligation to "respect and to ensure respect for" international humanitarian law "in all circumstances".| International Committee of the Red Cross
Civilians have been the main victims of war. Protecting civilians and their property during armed conflict is a cornerstone of international humanitarian law.| International Committee of the Red Cross
Throughout 2023, we supported communities who had been displaced and who, scared for their lives, took the only way out they had: leaving their homes and losing everything. We also provided support to people who were determined to start or continue the search for their relatives reported missing. We helped those who, in the midst of uncertainty, were confined to their communities with limited access to basic resources.| International Committee of the Red Cross