Tommaso Della Longa
@tdellalonga.bsky.social
IFRC Spokesperson and head of the Media unit. Father, writer, globetrotter, AS Roma supporter.
For info/interviews: DM or media@ifrc.org
For info/interviews: DM or media@ifrc.org
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A ceasefire is not just a pause—it’s a lifeline.
In six weeks of calm, aid reached those in desperate need.
Now, with aid blocked, millions in Gaza face devastating consequences.
The ceasefire must be maintained.
Full interview: www.france24.com/en/video/202...
In six weeks of calm, aid reached those in desperate need.
Now, with aid blocked, millions in Gaza face devastating consequences.
The ceasefire must be maintained.
Full interview: www.france24.com/en/video/202...
At the UN press briefing, the IFRC head of delegation for Afghanistan, Sami Fakhouri spoke about people returning from Iran and their humanitarian needs.
The IFRC appeal for 25 million CHF is only 10% funded.
More support is urgently needed! www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
The IFRC appeal for 25 million CHF is only 10% funded.
More support is urgently needed! www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
A million more Afghans could be sent back from Iran, Red Cross warns
The Red Cross said on Tuesday it is bracing for another 1 million people to be sent back from Iran to Afghanistan amid mass deportations that humanitarians say are placing a heavy strain on the aid system.
www.reuters.com
July 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
At the UN press briefing, the IFRC head of delegation for Afghanistan, Sami Fakhouri spoke about people returning from Iran and their humanitarian needs.
The IFRC appeal for 25 million CHF is only 10% funded.
More support is urgently needed! www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
The IFRC appeal for 25 million CHF is only 10% funded.
More support is urgently needed! www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
The @ifrc.org has launched an emergency appeal to protect the health and livelihoods of communities in Ecuador affected by the ongoing floods and the devastating oil spill.
Urgent action is needed to protect people’s health and secure safe water.
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Urgent action is needed to protect people’s health and secure safe water.
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
IFRC supporting communities affected by major oil spill and floods in Ecuador | IFRC
Quito/Panama City/Geneva, 25 March — The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has launched an emergency appeal for 4 million CHF to protect the health and livelihood...
www.ifrc.org
March 25, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The @ifrc.org has launched an emergency appeal to protect the health and livelihoods of communities in Ecuador affected by the ongoing floods and the devastating oil spill.
Urgent action is needed to protect people’s health and secure safe water.
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Urgent action is needed to protect people’s health and secure safe water.
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Palestine Red Crescent’s ambulance service has been significantly impacted as fuel supplies are drying up. Of 53 emergency vehicles that were operating before the border closures, 23 remain.
This situation is having a devastating impact on people in the Gaza Strip. @ifrc.org
This situation is having a devastating impact on people in the Gaza Strip. @ifrc.org
March 23, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Palestine Red Crescent’s ambulance service has been significantly impacted as fuel supplies are drying up. Of 53 emergency vehicles that were operating before the border closures, 23 remain.
This situation is having a devastating impact on people in the Gaza Strip. @ifrc.org
This situation is having a devastating impact on people in the Gaza Strip. @ifrc.org
Reposted by Tommaso Della Longa
An Ebola outbreak was declared in Kampala District, Uganda at the end of January.
With any epidemic response, volunteers are the backbone of our Red Cross Red Crescent response. The Uganda Red Cross trained and deployed 320 local volunteers—trusted community members.
With any epidemic response, volunteers are the backbone of our Red Cross Red Crescent response. The Uganda Red Cross trained and deployed 320 local volunteers—trusted community members.
March 14, 2025 at 6:37 PM
An Ebola outbreak was declared in Kampala District, Uganda at the end of January.
With any epidemic response, volunteers are the backbone of our Red Cross Red Crescent response. The Uganda Red Cross trained and deployed 320 local volunteers—trusted community members.
With any epidemic response, volunteers are the backbone of our Red Cross Red Crescent response. The Uganda Red Cross trained and deployed 320 local volunteers—trusted community members.
Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepens as aid dwindles and power cuts bite.
The latest interruption to power supplies relied upon by a major desalination plant exacerbates an already difficult environment for civilians.
Full @ifrc.org statement:
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
The latest interruption to power supplies relied upon by a major desalination plant exacerbates an already difficult environment for civilians.
Full @ifrc.org statement:
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Statement: Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepens as aid dwindles and power cuts bite | IFRC
Geneva, 11 March 2025: The situation in Gaza has been dire for 16 months with chronic shortages of electricity and water.
www.ifrc.org
March 11, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Gaza’s humanitarian crisis deepens as aid dwindles and power cuts bite.
The latest interruption to power supplies relied upon by a major desalination plant exacerbates an already difficult environment for civilians.
Full @ifrc.org statement:
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
The latest interruption to power supplies relied upon by a major desalination plant exacerbates an already difficult environment for civilians.
Full @ifrc.org statement:
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
A ceasefire is not just a pause—it’s a lifeline.
In six weeks of calm, aid reached those in desperate need.
Now, with aid blocked, millions in Gaza face devastating consequences.
The ceasefire must be maintained.
Full interview: www.france24.com/en/video/202...
In six weeks of calm, aid reached those in desperate need.
Now, with aid blocked, millions in Gaza face devastating consequences.
The ceasefire must be maintained.
Full interview: www.france24.com/en/video/202...
March 5, 2025 at 6:15 PM
A ceasefire is not just a pause—it’s a lifeline.
In six weeks of calm, aid reached those in desperate need.
Now, with aid blocked, millions in Gaza face devastating consequences.
The ceasefire must be maintained.
Full interview: www.france24.com/en/video/202...
In six weeks of calm, aid reached those in desperate need.
Now, with aid blocked, millions in Gaza face devastating consequences.
The ceasefire must be maintained.
Full interview: www.france24.com/en/video/202...
The closure of all border crossings for the transportation of aid into Gaza Strip represents a severe risk to the millions of people who have been struggling to survive for 16 months.
It is vital that a ceasefire is maintained.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
It is vital that a ceasefire is maintained.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Statement: Without access to aid into Gaza Strip, people’s lives are on a knife-edge once again | IFRC
Beirut, Geneva, 2 March 2025 - The closure of all border crossings for the transportation of aid into Gaza Strip represents a severe risk to the millions of people who have been struggling to survive ...
www.ifrc.org
March 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
The closure of all border crossings for the transportation of aid into Gaza Strip represents a severe risk to the millions of people who have been struggling to survive for 16 months.
It is vital that a ceasefire is maintained.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
It is vital that a ceasefire is maintained.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
The @ifrc.org is deeply saddened by the death of Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) volunteer, Iman Abbas.
On 1 February, she was killed while participating in a SRCS cleaning campaign at the Sabreen open market in Omdurman.
Full statement
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www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
On 1 February, she was killed while participating in a SRCS cleaning campaign at the Sabreen open market in Omdurman.
Full statement
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www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
STATEMENT: IFRC mourns the killing of Sudanese Red Crescent volunteer | IFRC
The IFRC is deeply saddened by the death of Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) volunteer, Iman Abbas. On 1 February, she was killed while participating in a SRCS cleaning campaign at the Sabreen op...
www.ifrc.org
February 11, 2025 at 8:36 AM
The @ifrc.org is deeply saddened by the death of Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) volunteer, Iman Abbas.
On 1 February, she was killed while participating in a SRCS cleaning campaign at the Sabreen open market in Omdurman.
Full statement
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www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
On 1 February, she was killed while participating in a SRCS cleaning campaign at the Sabreen open market in Omdurman.
Full statement
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www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
Türkiye and Syria earthquakes two years on: A long road to recovery
For info and to set up interviews: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
For info and to set up interviews: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Türkiye and Syria earthquakes two years on: A long road to recovery | IFRC
Ankara / Damascus / Geneva – 5 February 2025 – Having a home remains out of reach for hundreds of thousands whose lives have been upended by the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria two years ago, warns t...
www.ifrc.org
February 5, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Türkiye and Syria earthquakes two years on: A long road to recovery
For info and to set up interviews: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
For info and to set up interviews: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) @ifrc.org welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza and stands ready to scale up operations.
For more information or to set up an interview: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
For more information or to set up an interview: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
STATEMENT: Gaza ceasefire must be accompanied by access and acceleration of aid delivery, as life-saving window opens | IFRC
Geneva, 16 January - The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza and stands ready to scale up operations. The ceasefire...
www.ifrc.org
January 16, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) @ifrc.org welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza and stands ready to scale up operations.
For more information or to set up an interview: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
For more information or to set up an interview: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/article/stat...
The @theifrc.bsky.social Red Cross pleads for unhindered aid access as weather exacerbates 'unbearable conditions' in Gaza.
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Red Cross pleads for unhindered aid access as weather exacerbates 'unbearable conditions' in Gaza
Falling temperatures and heavy rains have ravaged shelters in Gaza, leaving thousands without basic necessities or shelter, said the Red Cross on Wednesday. Citing the deaths of eight newborn babies…
www.france24.com
January 9, 2025 at 8:49 AM
The @theifrc.bsky.social Red Cross pleads for unhindered aid access as weather exacerbates 'unbearable conditions' in Gaza.
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Reposted by Tommaso Della Longa
The @theifrc.bsky.social has launched an Emergency Appeal to respond to the devastating impacts of the tropical cyclone Chido.
The appeal aims to raise 10 million CHF to assist 100,000 people in Mozambique, Madagascar, Comoros, and Malawi.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
The appeal aims to raise 10 million CHF to assist 100,000 people in Mozambique, Madagascar, Comoros, and Malawi.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Red Cross responds to cyclone Chido and scales up preparedness for future storms as initial assessments paint a grim picture | IFRC
Nairobi/Geneva, 26 December 2024 - The South-West Indian Ocean tropical cyclone season has started with cyclone Chido which made landfall in Mozambique on 15 December, leaving a trail of devastation i...
www.ifrc.org
December 26, 2024 at 4:27 PM
The @theifrc.bsky.social has launched an Emergency Appeal to respond to the devastating impacts of the tropical cyclone Chido.
The appeal aims to raise 10 million CHF to assist 100,000 people in Mozambique, Madagascar, Comoros, and Malawi.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
The appeal aims to raise 10 million CHF to assist 100,000 people in Mozambique, Madagascar, Comoros, and Malawi.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Un onore e un piacere essere nello studio di Rai TG1-Mattina per parlare del lavoro della @theifrc.bsky.social Croce Rossa e Mezzaluna Rossa nelle zone di crisi.
Grazie ai nostri volontari: la scelta di servire l’umanità anche in situazioni d’emergenza è una fonte di ispirazione e speranza.
Grazie ai nostri volontari: la scelta di servire l’umanità anche in situazioni d’emergenza è una fonte di ispirazione e speranza.
December 23, 2024 at 1:14 PM
Un onore e un piacere essere nello studio di Rai TG1-Mattina per parlare del lavoro della @theifrc.bsky.social Croce Rossa e Mezzaluna Rossa nelle zone di crisi.
Grazie ai nostri volontari: la scelta di servire l’umanità anche in situazioni d’emergenza è una fonte di ispirazione e speranza.
Grazie ai nostri volontari: la scelta di servire l’umanità anche in situazioni d’emergenza è una fonte di ispirazione e speranza.
Reposted by Tommaso Della Longa
With #mpox continuing to pose a serious risk to people’s health across Africa, discover how epidemic preparedness efforts by DRC Red Cross in recent years have helped it respond more effectively to the current outbreak: bit.ly/4iuVs12
Mpox in DRC: How being prepared for epidemics leads to a more effective response | IFRC
“The first symptom was fever. The next day, I noticed the appearance of spots. They burned like a rash. They spread everywhere on my body. I thought: what kind of disease is this?”
bit.ly
December 14, 2024 at 3:03 PM
With #mpox continuing to pose a serious risk to people’s health across Africa, discover how epidemic preparedness efforts by DRC Red Cross in recent years have helped it respond more effectively to the current outbreak: bit.ly/4iuVs12
The @theifrc.bsky.social stands with people of Syria as it continues to face one of world’s most complex crises.
We know needs will grow as people start to rebuild lives left behind - and we are ready to accelerate and expand our work.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
We know needs will grow as people start to rebuild lives left behind - and we are ready to accelerate and expand our work.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
IFRC stands with people of Syria as it continues to face one of world’s most complex crises | IFRC
Beirut/Ankara/Geneva, 13 December – Syria remains one of the most serious and complex crises in the world. Many people are now on the move following the change of rule, either returning to Syria or wi...
www.ifrc.org
December 13, 2024 at 5:51 PM
The @theifrc.bsky.social stands with people of Syria as it continues to face one of world’s most complex crises.
We know needs will grow as people start to rebuild lives left behind - and we are ready to accelerate and expand our work.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
We know needs will grow as people start to rebuild lives left behind - and we are ready to accelerate and expand our work.
Info: media@ifrc.org
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
12 years old.
Survived to a shipwreck in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea clinged to a life jacket.
The Italian Red Cross in Lampedusa is now taking care of her.
No one should risk its life to find a safe place where to stay.
@theifrc.bsky.social
Survived to a shipwreck in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea clinged to a life jacket.
The Italian Red Cross in Lampedusa is now taking care of her.
No one should risk its life to find a safe place where to stay.
@theifrc.bsky.social
December 12, 2024 at 8:50 PM
12 years old.
Survived to a shipwreck in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea clinged to a life jacket.
The Italian Red Cross in Lampedusa is now taking care of her.
No one should risk its life to find a safe place where to stay.
@theifrc.bsky.social
Survived to a shipwreck in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea clinged to a life jacket.
The Italian Red Cross in Lampedusa is now taking care of her.
No one should risk its life to find a safe place where to stay.
@theifrc.bsky.social
The @theifrc.bsky.social is following closely the recent developments and the humanitarian situation in Syria.
It is vital that all parties respect and protect civilians, humanitarian workers, healthcare facilities, and ensure humanitarian access.
Full statement
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
It is vital that all parties respect and protect civilians, humanitarian workers, healthcare facilities, and ensure humanitarian access.
Full statement
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
IFRC on the situation in Syria | IFRC
Geneva, 8 December 2024: The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is following closely the recent developments and the humanitarian situation in Syria. The life-savi...
www.ifrc.org
December 8, 2024 at 9:23 PM
The @theifrc.bsky.social is following closely the recent developments and the humanitarian situation in Syria.
It is vital that all parties respect and protect civilians, humanitarian workers, healthcare facilities, and ensure humanitarian access.
Full statement
👇
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
It is vital that all parties respect and protect civilians, humanitarian workers, healthcare facilities, and ensure humanitarian access.
Full statement
👇
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Reposted by Tommaso Della Longa
Find out how under the banner of “Protect Humanity,” IFRC member National Societies from around the world came together to raise the alarm about the urgent need to protect humanitarian workers and volunteers. #ProtectHumanity
December 7, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Find out how under the banner of “Protect Humanity,” IFRC member National Societies from around the world came together to raise the alarm about the urgent need to protect humanitarian workers and volunteers. #ProtectHumanity
Aid trickling into Gaza is less than a drop in the ocean. Lack of safe and unhindered humanitarian access is leading to horrific outcomes.
Widespread starvation is inevitable unless humanitarian access and the flow of supplies is dramatically improved.
www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/...
Widespread starvation is inevitable unless humanitarian access and the flow of supplies is dramatically improved.
www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/...
A propos - Aid trickling into Gaza 'less than a drop in the ocean': NGO spokesman
Amnesty International accused Israel Thursday of "committing genocide" against Palestinians in Gaza since the start of the war last year, saying its new report was a "wake-up call" for the world. FRAN...
www.france24.com
December 6, 2024 at 12:45 PM
Aid trickling into Gaza is less than a drop in the ocean. Lack of safe and unhindered humanitarian access is leading to horrific outcomes.
Widespread starvation is inevitable unless humanitarian access and the flow of supplies is dramatically improved.
www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/...
Widespread starvation is inevitable unless humanitarian access and the flow of supplies is dramatically improved.
www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/...
Reposted by Tommaso Della Longa
The IFRC paid a solemn tribute today to more than 30 of their colleagues who lost their lives in 2024, a devastating year for humanitarian workers globally. Over 100 IFRC staff gathered outside the organization’s headquarters to honor their memory. www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Red Cross marks record numbers of humanitarians killed in 2024
Dozens of Red Cross staff and volunteers gathered Wednesday for a candlelight vigil for more than 30 of their colleagues killed in 2024, during the deadliest year on record for humanitarians.
www.france24.com
December 4, 2024 at 9:36 PM
The IFRC paid a solemn tribute today to more than 30 of their colleagues who lost their lives in 2024, a devastating year for humanitarian workers globally. Over 100 IFRC staff gathered outside the organization’s headquarters to honor their memory. www.france24.com/en/live-news...
Only few hours after our event to remember colleagues killed, another Palestine Red Crescent volunteer was killed in the Gaza Strip.
Alaa Al-Derawi’s death brings the total number of @theifrc.bsky.social network members killed worldwide this year to 32.
Unacceptable!
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Alaa Al-Derawi’s death brings the total number of @theifrc.bsky.social network members killed worldwide this year to 32.
Unacceptable!
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
IFRC appalled by the killing of Palestine Red Crescent volunteer Alaa Al-Derawi | IFRC
Geneva, 4 December 2024: The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is deeply saddened by the killing of a Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) paramedic in Gaza toda...
www.ifrc.org
December 4, 2024 at 8:20 PM
Only few hours after our event to remember colleagues killed, another Palestine Red Crescent volunteer was killed in the Gaza Strip.
Alaa Al-Derawi’s death brings the total number of @theifrc.bsky.social network members killed worldwide this year to 32.
Unacceptable!
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Alaa Al-Derawi’s death brings the total number of @theifrc.bsky.social network members killed worldwide this year to 32.
Unacceptable!
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
This year we @theifrc.bsky.social lost 31 colleagues in the line of duty – 28 in violent attacks and 3 in accidents.
Ahead of International Volunteer Day, we gathered in Geneva to honor them and send a clear message: violence against humanitarian workers must stop.
We must #ProtectHumanity
Ahead of International Volunteer Day, we gathered in Geneva to honor them and send a clear message: violence against humanitarian workers must stop.
We must #ProtectHumanity
December 4, 2024 at 5:11 PM
This year we @theifrc.bsky.social lost 31 colleagues in the line of duty – 28 in violent attacks and 3 in accidents.
Ahead of International Volunteer Day, we gathered in Geneva to honor them and send a clear message: violence against humanitarian workers must stop.
We must #ProtectHumanity
Ahead of International Volunteer Day, we gathered in Geneva to honor them and send a clear message: violence against humanitarian workers must stop.
We must #ProtectHumanity
Shocked and deeply saddened by the killing of volunteer Muhannad Jakish of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC).
Any attack on healthcare workers, ambulances, and medical facilities is unacceptable: they must be respected and protected.
Read the IFRC statement
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www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Any attack on healthcare workers, ambulances, and medical facilities is unacceptable: they must be respected and protected.
Read the IFRC statement
👇
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
IFRC shocked by the killing of Syrian Arab Red Crescent volunteer Muhannad Jakish | IFRC
Geneva, 27 November 2024: The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is shocked and deeply saddened by the killing of volunteer Muhannad Jakish of the Syrian Arab Red ...
www.ifrc.org
November 27, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Shocked and deeply saddened by the killing of volunteer Muhannad Jakish of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC).
Any attack on healthcare workers, ambulances, and medical facilities is unacceptable: they must be respected and protected.
Read the IFRC statement
👇
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...
Any attack on healthcare workers, ambulances, and medical facilities is unacceptable: they must be respected and protected.
Read the IFRC statement
👇
www.ifrc.org/press-releas...