Carlos Morazzani

@ICRC |
Tweeting about protection of civilians in armed conflicts and people affected by armed violence.

[ICRC @ICRC]

Today is World Red Cross Red Crescent Day, and it comes at a moment of profound alarm.

"Too many of our colleagues have been killed - some while driving ambulances, working in hospitals and responding to emergencies; others while helping people in their own communities. We honour them and mourn alongside their families, loved ones and colleagues.

On this 8 May, we call on all those with influence and responsibility to uphold the protections that civilians, medical personnel, humanitarian workers and communities depend on. Respect for the emblems, for humanitarian rules and principles, is therefore essential."

Read more in the joint statement from ICRC's president, Mirjana Spoljaric, and @ifrc president, @KateForbes_IFRC 👉🏽 https://t.co/3BLh6ibQak

[Katharina Ritz @KRitzICRC]

“For an entire month, we had no flour. We walked through deep snow because we had no choice.”
- Resident of Kamdesh

Through the efforts of @ICRC_af, @ARCSAfghanistan & @WFP_Afghanistan 17,000 families are now receiving food, healthcare, and essential support to health centers

[Katharina Ritz @KRitzICRC]

Communities in Kamdesh & Barge Matal, #Nuristan were cut off for weeks, facing severe shortages of food, healthcare & essentials. The reopening of the road was a vital step. @ICRC, @ARCSAfghanistan & @WFP_Afghanistan are following up with: 👇
Read more: https://t.co/QLaZKtLkYl”

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 Gaza | One year has passed since the killing of 8 medics from the Palestine Red Crescent Society and 7 other first responders. Our thoughts are with their loved ones today.

Humanitarian workers must be able to carry out their work in safety.

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍Arauca, Colombia | Our teams at @CICR_co facilitated the release of two people who were held captive by the Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN).

This humanitarian operation was carried out with @DefensoriaCol (Colombian Ombudsman’s Office) and the Catholic Church 👇🏽

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 Cambodia – Thailand | Today, we supported as a neutral humanitarian observer the release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war detained in relation to the international armed conflict between Cambodia and Thailand.

The release operation enabled prisoners of war to be returned to Cambodia from Thailand.

Read more 👉🏽 https://t.co/OIsxTpTgEW

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 Sudan | Civilians, especially in Al Fasher and the Kordofans, are enduring unspeakable suffering. We call on all parties to the conflict to respect international humanitarian law, protect lives, dignity, and the safe movement of people, aid workers, and medical staff.

Read more in our statement: https://t.co/76veu7blbR

@PYoussefICRC, ICRC's regional director for Africa shares more 👇🏽

[ICRC @ICRC]

The intensification of military operations in Gaza City has forced us to temporarily suspend operations at our office there and relocate staff to southern Gaza to ensure safety and operational continuity.

We remain committed to returning to Gaza City as soon as conditions allow us to do so.

Read more: https://t.co/VgKp9M3jK8

[ICRC @ICRC]

Last year, Brazil, China, France, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Africa, and the ICRC launched the Global Initiative on humanitarian law. They now call to end IHL violations and announce their plan to hold a 2026 high-level meeting to uphold humanity in war.

https://t.co/KkyU78qhFD

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 Gaza | The scale of human suffering and the stripping of human dignity have long exceeded every acceptable standard, both legal and moral.

This tragedy must end now.

Mirjana Spoljaric, ICRC President 👉🏽 https://t.co/AN2qMoxU8K

[ICRC @ICRC]

When wars are fought in cities, an estimated 90% of casualties are civilians.

Heavy explosive weapons shouldn't be used in cities.

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 Catatumbo, Colombia | Through our neutral intermediary role, we successfully facilitated the release of one person who was held captive by the 33rd Front of the former FARC-EP and not part of the 2016 Peace Agreement 👇🏽

[ICRC @ICRC]

"The intensification and spread of major military operations in the Middle East risk engulfing the region—and the world—in a war with irreversible consequences", ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric.

Read more: https://t.co/IVOKEtKLQl

[ICRC @ICRC]

We recently supported the large-scale return of fallen soldiers’ remains between Russia and Ukraine, following an agreement between the parties to the conflict.

This step is vital for families seeking answers about their loved ones.

Read more 👉🏽 https://t.co/bXh7q9esf6

[ICRC in Israel & OT @ICRC_ilot]

A high number of dead and injured patients were received by the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah this morning.

This is indicative of the increasing danger to civilians in Gaza, and the challenges each day brings for them.

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 DR Congo | With our support, 1,359 disarmed members of government forces and their families have arrived safe and well in Kinshasa.

Read more in our news release: https://t.co/EImfJXvlsU

[ICRC @ICRC]

📍 Israel and the occupied territories | Today, we successfully facilitated the safe transfer of a hostage from Gaza to Israeli authorities. This operation underscores the critical role that can be played by a trusted neutral intermediary.

Read more: https://t.co/eyMBsF3h5M

[ICRC @ICRC]

For 160+ years, the Red Cross and Red Crescent has brought hope and help in humanity’s hardest moments. Today, we honor the courage of those who serve — and remember those we’ve lost along the way. #RedCrossDay #RedCrescentDay

[ICRC @ICRC]

Staying neutral allows us to do our job. It is not indifference: it is a deliberate choice.

Our mission comes from the Geneva Conventions, universal laws that preserve a degree of humanity, even in war. Today, 161 years since our founding, neutrality remains as crucial as ever.

[ICRC Africa @ICRC_Africa]

📍#DRCongo |
On April 30, we facilitated, at the request of the concerned parties, the voluntary transfer of Congolese military personnel and police officers from Goma to Kinshasa.

@FMoreillonICRC, ICRC head of delegation in the DRC, shares more 👇🏽