Fact Sheets
ICRC in Iraq Fact Sheet
In the event that conflict erupts, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) will build on its long presence and experience in Iraq (knowledge of the country, infrastructures, established relations with the authorities, and co-operation with the Iraqi Red Crescent Society and other humanitarian organizations) to respond to the most urgent needs of the population. More»
IHL Fact Sheet
International Humanitarian Law (IHL), also known as the laws of war, is a set of rules that seek, for humanitarian reasons, to limit the effects of armed conflict, protect persons who are not participating in the hostilities and restrict the means and methods of warfare. A major part of international humanitarian law is contained in the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their Additional Protocols of 1977. More»
