The Red Cross has warned that targeting infrastructure during armed conflicts should not become an accepted practice. The organization emphasized that such behavior contradicts international humanitarian laws and exacerbates civilian suffering in conflict zones.
Marianne Gitenner, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, urged governments to genuinely adhere to the rules of war during a press conference. She emphasized the critical importance of protecting civilians in armed conflicts.
On Monday, the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mirjana Spoljaric, condemned deliberate threats targeting civilian infrastructure in the Middle East, emphasizing that such actions violate international law. She called for urgent measures to protect civilians amidst escalating conflicts.
Reports of evacuation warnings in Ibl, southern Lebanon, have caused panic among residents, prompting some families to leave amid fears of Israeli military escalation. The mayor of Ain Ibl denied any full evacuation order for the town.
Vincent Cassar, head of the International Committee of the Red Cross mission in Iran, expressed deep shock at the significant human losses caused by conflicts in the country, highlighting the devastating impact on civilians and essential services.
Mireyana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, warns that the destruction of energy, water, and healthcare infrastructure in the Middle East threatens the lives of millions and may reach a point of no return.
The International Committee of the Red Cross has issued an urgent call to halt what it describes as a 'war on essential infrastructure' in the Middle East. Chairperson Myarna Spoljarevic warned that the current situation could lead to irreversible risks, particularly concerning nuclear facilities.