Clara Palmisano
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The ICRC’s Advisory Service, a specialized team that helps States translate IHL into concrete national legislation, celebrates its 30th anniversary.
To mark this milestone, I had the opportunity to write a short article about its history.
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To mark this milestone, I had the opportunity to write a short article about its history.
blogs.icrc.org/cross-files/...
The ICRC Advisory Service: 30 years of expertise in strengthening the national implementation of IHL - Cross-Files | ICRC Archives, audiovisual and library
In 2025, the ICRC’s Advisory Service celebrates its 30th anniversary[1]. For three decades, this specialized team has played a pivotal role in helping States translate IHL obligations into concrete na...
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November 7, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The ICRC’s Advisory Service, a specialized team that helps States translate IHL into concrete national legislation, celebrates its 30th anniversary.
To mark this milestone, I had the opportunity to write a short article about its history.
blogs.icrc.org/cross-files/...
To mark this milestone, I had the opportunity to write a short article about its history.
blogs.icrc.org/cross-files/...
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🕊️ How can peace begin in a prison cell?
When wars end, peace is built through acts that restore humanity, including how societies treat those they detain.
Explore how humane detention under IHL can bridge conflict and peace → bit.ly/490GQnV
#IHL #HumanitarianLaw
When wars end, peace is built through acts that restore humanity, including how societies treat those they detain.
Explore how humane detention under IHL can bridge conflict and peace → bit.ly/490GQnV
#IHL #HumanitarianLaw
Peace can start in a prison cell: how IHL and humane detention can build pathways to peace
Compliance with IHL in detention can serve as a legal and moral bridge towards peace, rooted in dignity, accountability, and trust.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:06 PM
🕊️ How can peace begin in a prison cell?
When wars end, peace is built through acts that restore humanity, including how societies treat those they detain.
Explore how humane detention under IHL can bridge conflict and peace → bit.ly/490GQnV
#IHL #HumanitarianLaw
When wars end, peace is built through acts that restore humanity, including how societies treat those they detain.
Explore how humane detention under IHL can bridge conflict and peace → bit.ly/490GQnV
#IHL #HumanitarianLaw
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In the latest issue of the Int'l Review of the Red Cross on the Protection of the Dead, we recommend the book "Anthropology of violent death". 📖 Read in #openaccess: doi.org/10.1017/S181...
October 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
In the latest issue of the Int'l Review of the Red Cross on the Protection of the Dead, we recommend the book "Anthropology of violent death". 📖 Read in #openaccess: doi.org/10.1017/S181...
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🕊️ Did you know that #IHL obligations extend beyond the battlefield? And that humanitarian action is not only about short-term solutions?
Join this @icrc.org event to learn more about the relationship between IHL, humanitarian action & peace: bit.ly/3L5q2C6
#HumanitarianAction #Peace #Diplomacy
Join this @icrc.org event to learn more about the relationship between IHL, humanitarian action & peace: bit.ly/3L5q2C6
#HumanitarianAction #Peace #Diplomacy
EVENT: From IHL to Humanitarian Action: Exploring Pathways to Peace
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October 22, 2025 at 11:03 AM
🕊️ Did you know that #IHL obligations extend beyond the battlefield? And that humanitarian action is not only about short-term solutions?
Join this @icrc.org event to learn more about the relationship between IHL, humanitarian action & peace: bit.ly/3L5q2C6
#HumanitarianAction #Peace #Diplomacy
Join this @icrc.org event to learn more about the relationship between IHL, humanitarian action & peace: bit.ly/3L5q2C6
#HumanitarianAction #Peace #Diplomacy
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🕊 For six decades, the #FundamentalPrinciples have enabled aid to cross frontlines & hope to reach despair. But today's climate puts them under extraordinary strain.
Read why the Fundamental Principles must be lived, not just remembered → bit.ly/4nn0kGK
@icrc.org #HumanitarianAction #ICRC
Read why the Fundamental Principles must be lived, not just remembered → bit.ly/4nn0kGK
@icrc.org #HumanitarianAction #ICRC
Sixty years on: why the Fundamental Principles must be lived, not just remembered
The Fundamental Principles are living commitments that must be exercised and defended, to keep humanity alive in the darkest of times.
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October 23, 2025 at 11:29 AM
🕊 For six decades, the #FundamentalPrinciples have enabled aid to cross frontlines & hope to reach despair. But today's climate puts them under extraordinary strain.
Read why the Fundamental Principles must be lived, not just remembered → bit.ly/4nn0kGK
@icrc.org #HumanitarianAction #ICRC
Read why the Fundamental Principles must be lived, not just remembered → bit.ly/4nn0kGK
@icrc.org #HumanitarianAction #ICRC
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📜 “It is possible to protect civilians in war.”
After five years of research and consultations, the @icrc.org has released the updated Commentary on GC IV, the cornerstone of civilian protection in armed conflict and occupation.
Read more → bit.ly/4ovsaSf
#IHL #GenevaConventions
After five years of research and consultations, the @icrc.org has released the updated Commentary on GC IV, the cornerstone of civilian protection in armed conflict and occupation.
Read more → bit.ly/4ovsaSf
#IHL #GenevaConventions
Protecting civilians in good faith: the updated Commentary on the Fourth Geneva Convention
Good faith interpretation means reading GC IV in a way that realizes its object and purpose - to protect human beings in times of war.
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October 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
📜 “It is possible to protect civilians in war.”
After five years of research and consultations, the @icrc.org has released the updated Commentary on GC IV, the cornerstone of civilian protection in armed conflict and occupation.
Read more → bit.ly/4ovsaSf
#IHL #GenevaConventions
After five years of research and consultations, the @icrc.org has released the updated Commentary on GC IV, the cornerstone of civilian protection in armed conflict and occupation.
Read more → bit.ly/4ovsaSf
#IHL #GenevaConventions
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Today, we facilitated the safe return of 20 hostages to Israeli authorities & 1,809 Palestinian detainees to Gaza and the West Bank.
We call for the continued implementation of the agreement to allow families to receive their loved ones for dignified burial.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
We call for the continued implementation of the agreement to allow families to receive their loved ones for dignified burial.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
October 13, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Today, we facilitated the safe return of 20 hostages to Israeli authorities & 1,809 Palestinian detainees to Gaza and the West Bank.
We call for the continued implementation of the agreement to allow families to receive their loved ones for dignified burial.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
We call for the continued implementation of the agreement to allow families to receive their loved ones for dignified burial.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
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In this first episode, the true story behind The Great Escape🎬 : Roger Bushell (born #OnThisDay in 1910) never gives up on his travel plans, chairs and💡 go missing, and Harry is ten meters too short. Plus, what #IHL says about retaliation against POWs after escape attempts.
August 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
In this first episode, the true story behind The Great Escape🎬 : Roger Bushell (born #OnThisDay in 1910) never gives up on his travel plans, chairs and💡 go missing, and Harry is ten meters too short. Plus, what #IHL says about retaliation against POWs after escape attempts.
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We’re kicking off a new series on the ICRC Library & Archives blog: stories of WWII Prisoners-of-War escapes told through our unique sources.
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August 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We’re kicking off a new series on the ICRC Library & Archives blog: stories of WWII Prisoners-of-War escapes told through our unique sources.
🪁 blogs.icrc.org/cross-files/...
🪁 blogs.icrc.org/cross-files/...
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Our colleagues have been injured, detained and killed while carrying out their lifesaving work. On this World Humanitarian Day, we call for immediate and urgent action to ensure their protection.
Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.
Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.
August 19, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Our colleagues have been injured, detained and killed while carrying out their lifesaving work. On this World Humanitarian Day, we call for immediate and urgent action to ensure their protection.
Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.
Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.
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📍 Gaza | It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic killing of our colleague, Ziyad El Toum.
We extend our deepest condolences to Ziyad’s wife, extended family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.
We extend our deepest condolences to Ziyad’s wife, extended family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.
July 16, 2025 at 9:09 AM
📍 Gaza | It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic killing of our colleague, Ziyad El Toum.
We extend our deepest condolences to Ziyad’s wife, extended family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.
We extend our deepest condolences to Ziyad’s wife, extended family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.
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📍 Gaza | We are devastated by the killing of our colleague Mahmoud Barakeh, who worked at the Red Cross Field Hospital. He was killed on his way home on Sunday, 22 June.
Our hearts are with his family and loved ones.
Five ICRC colleagues have been killed in Gaza since October 2023.
Our hearts are with his family and loved ones.
Five ICRC colleagues have been killed in Gaza since October 2023.
June 24, 2025 at 10:05 AM
📍 Gaza | We are devastated by the killing of our colleague Mahmoud Barakeh, who worked at the Red Cross Field Hospital. He was killed on his way home on Sunday, 22 June.
Our hearts are with his family and loved ones.
Five ICRC colleagues have been killed in Gaza since October 2023.
Our hearts are with his family and loved ones.
Five ICRC colleagues have been killed in Gaza since October 2023.
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"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: http://ms.spr.ly/63320Samie
Read more: http://ms.spr.ly/63320Samie
June 22, 2025 at 8:32 AM
"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: http://ms.spr.ly/63320Samie
Read more: http://ms.spr.ly/63320Samie
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🕊️ Although IHL is not designed to prevent #war, it plays an essential role.
This article examines whether #IHL inadvertently legitimizes war or whether it can actually contribute, indirectly, to peace by imposing #humanitarian constraints.
Read more: bit.ly/3XKk0dS
#IRRC #ICRC
This article examines whether #IHL inadvertently legitimizes war or whether it can actually contribute, indirectly, to peace by imposing #humanitarian constraints.
Read more: bit.ly/3XKk0dS
#IRRC #ICRC
June 3, 2025 at 12:09 PM
🕊️ Although IHL is not designed to prevent #war, it plays an essential role.
This article examines whether #IHL inadvertently legitimizes war or whether it can actually contribute, indirectly, to peace by imposing #humanitarian constraints.
Read more: bit.ly/3XKk0dS
#IRRC #ICRC
This article examines whether #IHL inadvertently legitimizes war or whether it can actually contribute, indirectly, to peace by imposing #humanitarian constraints.
Read more: bit.ly/3XKk0dS
#IRRC #ICRC
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🚀 Third article of #EmergingVoices is out!
Goran Sandić explores how the “polluter pays” principle from #InternationalEnvironmentalLaw can reinforce accountability for environmental harm caused by #landmines.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4imltyn
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
#ICRC #IHL
Goran Sandić explores how the “polluter pays” principle from #InternationalEnvironmentalLaw can reinforce accountability for environmental harm caused by #landmines.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4imltyn
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
#ICRC #IHL
Addressing landmine pollution: how the 'polluter pays' principle can help
How the "polluter pays" principle can reinforce existing laws governing landmine use, to promote a more sustainable and just future for all.
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April 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
🚀 Third article of #EmergingVoices is out!
Goran Sandić explores how the “polluter pays” principle from #InternationalEnvironmentalLaw can reinforce accountability for environmental harm caused by #landmines.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4imltyn
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
#ICRC #IHL
Goran Sandić explores how the “polluter pays” principle from #InternationalEnvironmentalLaw can reinforce accountability for environmental harm caused by #landmines.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4imltyn
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
#ICRC #IHL
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Year after year, the staggering human toll of anti-personnel mines is clear: over 80% of the victims are civilians. To pretend otherwise is to deny the evidence.
With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold IHL & the vision of a mine-free 🌎.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold IHL & the vision of a mine-free 🌎.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
April 8, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Year after year, the staggering human toll of anti-personnel mines is clear: over 80% of the victims are civilians. To pretend otherwise is to deny the evidence.
With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold IHL & the vision of a mine-free 🌎.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
With too many wars raging and tensions rising, we must uphold IHL & the vision of a mine-free 🌎.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
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The number of missing persons and suffering endured by their families is a measure of the failure of respect for international humanitarian law in wars. Peace for these families is not just the end of conflict. The fate of missing persons must be a priority on the way to peace.
April 8, 2025 at 3:06 PM
The number of missing persons and suffering endured by their families is a measure of the failure of respect for international humanitarian law in wars. Peace for these families is not just the end of conflict. The fate of missing persons must be a priority on the way to peace.
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Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. We warn of civilian harm as the Cluster Munitions Ban is eroded.
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March 28, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. We warn of civilian harm as the Cluster Munitions Ban is eroded.
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📍 Gaza | Today, our office in Rafah was damaged by an explosive projectile despite being clearly marked and notified to all parties.
We decry the attack against our premises. Civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
We decry the attack against our premises. Civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
March 24, 2025 at 2:53 PM
📍 Gaza | Today, our office in Rafah was damaged by an explosive projectile despite being clearly marked and notified to all parties.
We decry the attack against our premises. Civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
We decry the attack against our premises. Civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
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Anti-Personnel Mines: preparing for war while throwing out international humanitarian law is a false promise of security in war and the wrong choice. Inevitably, civilians will pay the price.
#GenevaConventions
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#GenevaConventions
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Anti-personnel mines: the false promise of security through exceptionalism in war
Efforts to abandon the APMBC challenge fundamental precepts of IHL and undermine essential safeguards for upholding humanity in war.
blogs.icrc.org
March 13, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Anti-Personnel Mines: preparing for war while throwing out international humanitarian law is a false promise of security in war and the wrong choice. Inevitably, civilians will pay the price.
#GenevaConventions
blogs.icrc.org/law-and-poli...
#GenevaConventions
blogs.icrc.org/law-and-poli...
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🚀 First article of #EmergingVoices is out!
A new series spotlighting young professionals from underrepresented regions. Khang Phan & Thao Nguyen examine legal protections for hospitals in conflict & compliance challenges.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4kok1O5
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
A new series spotlighting young professionals from underrepresented regions. Khang Phan & Thao Nguyen examine legal protections for hospitals in conflict & compliance challenges.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4kok1O5
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
Hospitals under fire: legal and practical challenges protection
Khang Phan and Thao Nguyen address attacks on hospitals in armed conflict, legal protections, and practical challenges undermining compliance.
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March 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM
🚀 First article of #EmergingVoices is out!
A new series spotlighting young professionals from underrepresented regions. Khang Phan & Thao Nguyen examine legal protections for hospitals in conflict & compliance challenges.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4kok1O5
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
A new series spotlighting young professionals from underrepresented regions. Khang Phan & Thao Nguyen examine legal protections for hospitals in conflict & compliance challenges.
🔗 Read: bit.ly/4kok1O5
📖 More on Emerging Voices: bit.ly/4btqx1X
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📣 We are happy to share our new series "Emerging Voices," showcasing young professionals in underrepresented regions.
In this first post, Khang Phan and Thao Nguyen outline the legal and practical challenges to strengthened protection for hospitals during armed conflict 👇
bit.ly/4kok1O5 #IHL
In this first post, Khang Phan and Thao Nguyen outline the legal and practical challenges to strengthened protection for hospitals during armed conflict 👇
bit.ly/4kok1O5 #IHL
Hospitals under fire: legal and practical challenges protection
Khang Phan and Thao Nguyen address attacks on hospitals in armed conflict, legal protections, and practical challenges undermining compliance.
bit.ly
March 6, 2025 at 10:40 AM
📣 We are happy to share our new series "Emerging Voices," showcasing young professionals in underrepresented regions.
In this first post, Khang Phan and Thao Nguyen outline the legal and practical challenges to strengthened protection for hospitals during armed conflict 👇
bit.ly/4kok1O5 #IHL
In this first post, Khang Phan and Thao Nguyen outline the legal and practical challenges to strengthened protection for hospitals during armed conflict 👇
bit.ly/4kok1O5 #IHL
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Amidst global strife and chaos, trying to prevent nuclear violence by eliminating the weapons that cause it is an urgent task. We need bold action for nuclear abolition, and we must let justice and courage guide our work. ⤵️
Over the past two days at the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons meeting, there have been rich discussions about the geopolitical obstacles to and hopeful opportunities for nuclear abolition. Get the scoop with our latest #NuclearBan Daily!
📰: reachingcriticalwill.org/disarmament-...
📰: reachingcriticalwill.org/disarmament-...
March 5, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Amidst global strife and chaos, trying to prevent nuclear violence by eliminating the weapons that cause it is an urgent task. We need bold action for nuclear abolition, and we must let justice and courage guide our work. ⤵️
Reposted by Clara Palmisano
Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law.
ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded
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March 6, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law.
ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
ICRC Warns of Civilian Harm as Cluster Munitions Ban is Eroded www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
Reposted by Clara Palmisano
Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. We warn of civilian harm as the Cluster Munitions Ban is eroded.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
@corduladroege.bsky.social shares 👇🏽
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March 6, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Withdrawal from any humanitarian treaty erodes life-saving protections in war and tears at the fabric of international humanitarian law. We warn of civilian harm as the Cluster Munitions Ban is eroded.
Read more: www.icrc.org/en/news-rele...
@corduladroege.bsky.social shares 👇🏽
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