As explosions rattle our Gaza field hospital, we brace for the wounded A Red Cross surgeon takes us inside a hospital’s operations as staff work to save patients following an attack. Al Jazeera · Jul 4, 2024
Red Cross envoy: Congo conflict has worsened with sharp increases in sexual violence and wounded The decades-old conflict in Congo’s mineral-rich east has “drastically deteriorated” since early 2022 and gotten even worse since last October, with sharp increases in sexual violence, the number of wounded and child recruitment, the top Red Cross official in the country says The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024
Red Cross Chief In Rafah Recounts Shelling Horror A senior Red Cross official in Gaza on Saturday told reporters of the horrific scenes after an Israeli strike in the Gaza Strip. International Business Times · Jun 22, 2024
Israel pounds north Gaza after attack on southern al-Mawasi ‘safe zone’ Red Cross says ‘heavy-calibre projectiles’ landed metres from its office in the designated safe zone in the south. Al Jazeera · Jun 22, 2024
Israeli strikes kill 45 Palestinians and damage Red Cross office in Gaza Tanks climbed hilltop and shelled tents housing displaced Gazans near Red Cross compound in Rafah, eyewitnesses say The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2024
‘At least 42 killed’ in Israeli strikes in Gaza – Middle East crisis as it happened The strikes were on houses in Al-Shati and Al-Tuffah, according to the Hamas-run government media office. The IDF said fighter jets struck two Hamas military infrastructure sites The Guardian - UK · Jun 22, 2024
At least 22 Palestinians killed in shelling near Gaza office of Red Cross, agency says Territory’s health ministry says Israeli attack targeted tents of displaced people; Israeli military says report ‘under review’ The Guardian - AU · Jun 22, 2024
Red Cross Says 22 Killed In Shelling Near Gaza Office The International Committee of the Red Cross said 22 people were killed in shelling that damaged its Gaza office Friday, as the Israeli army intensified strikes in the besieged Palestinian territory. International Business Times · Jun 22, 2024
Israeli strikes on tent camps near Rafah kill at least 25 and wound 50, Gaza health officials say Gaza’s Heath Ministry says Israeli strikes on a tent camp near Rafah have killed at least 25 people and wounded another 50 The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2024
Visitors to Greece appear ill informed about heatwave risk, warn rescuers Call for better trail signage and backing for walking clubs as concerns grow over tourists encountering searing heat The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2024
Global aid group asks warring forces to respect its neutrality with 24 of its aid workers killed The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has asked state forces and combatants to respect its neutrality and work of delivering urgent humanitarian help to the most destitute in war zones, saying 24 of its aid workers have been killed this year mostly in the Gaza Strip The Independent UK · May 30, 2024
Massive Landslide Hits Papua New Guinea, Many Feared Dead A massive landslide struck six villages in Papua New Guinea's highlands Friday, local officials said, with many homes believed to be buried and scores of villagers feared dead. International Business Times · May 24, 2024
Australian medics staffing new Red Cross hospital in Rafah as Israeli offensive intensifies Field hospital will be able to provide medical care for about 200 people a day amid spiralling health crisis in Gaza The Guardian - AU · May 14, 2024
Israeli Military Issues Evacuation Order In Eastern Rafah Israeli military evacuation order in eastern Rafah causes fear and displacement among residents. Red Cross involved in evacuation process. Concerns raised ... Top News · May 6, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29, 2024 Red Cross decides against suspending Russian branch despite links to Kremlin war machine RRC appears to defy neutrality principle, as Ukrainian officials criticise ‘weak response’ and accuse Red Cross of being advocate for Russian aggression
Top News · Apr 28, 2024 Kenya Flood Death Toll Rises To 76 Ongoing heavy rainfall in Kenya leads to 76 deaths, 29 injuries, and widespread displacement. Red Cross and government efforts underway to aid affected pop...
Dynamite News · Apr 27, 2024 Kenya: At least 70 people killed in flooding, authorities order more evacuations from at-risk areas At least 70 people have died in flooding in Kenya as authorities ordered more evacuations of people from at-risk areas due to ongoing rainfall. Read further on Dynamite News:
Al Jazeera · Apr 27, 2024 The Abu Ghraib abuse scandal 20 years on: What redress for victims? Two decades since images of Iraqi men being abused by US soldiers shocked the world, victims still seeking justice.
Top News · Apr 9, 2024 Bus Swept Away In Kenya Flood Rescue Operation Authorities in northern Kenya conduct rescue operation after bus swept away by floodwaters. Kenya Red Cross mobilizes for prompt response to tragic incident.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 2, 2024 In 1994, I was the last person sent to prison in the UK for being gay – and I’m still being punished today For two years, David Bonney’s sexuality was investigated by his employer, the RAF. When he confessed, he was sent to solitary
Al Jazeera · Mar 19, 2024 Harsh Mongolian winter leaves 4.7m animals dead; Red Cross issues appeal Mongolian herders are experience extreme ‘dzud’ cold waves more often with little time to recover in between the UN says
The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: Russian schools in Kursk close after claims of Ukrainian cross-border incursion – as it happened Schools in Kursk switch to online classes after Ukraine-based armed groups claim to have crossed Russian border
The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2024 Red Cross urged to act over Russian branch’s links to Kremlin war machine International organisation under growing pressure as Russian group’s activities appear to defy neutrality principle
AAP · Mar 10, 2024 Population shift prompts blood donor plea There's been a shift in blood types across Australia, prompting a plea for more people who come from a variety of backgrounds to roll up their sleeves.
International Business Times UK · Feb 22, 2024 Prince William Says 'Too Many Have Been Killed' In Israel Gaza Conflict While delivering a statement at the British Red Cross in London, Prince William urged other world leaders to recognise the "desperate need for increased humanitarian support to Gaza".