Elie Wiesel, the Holocaust survivor and Nobel laureate, once wrote, “We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.” These ...

The Red Cross, accused of not doing enough to help hostages in Gaza or Palestinian detainees in Israel, has defended itself ...

and red crystal — provide protection for relief workers in conflict zones. Schüepp said the ICRC was currently dealing with more than 100 conflicts around the world. While providing ...

Then a third Protocol was agreed in 2005, which recognised an additional emblem, the red crystal. Protects the sick ... As a neutral, impartial, and independent body, the International Committee of ...