The Red Cross plans to aid at least five million individuals returning to their homes in Syria over the coming years, requiring 130 million euros for this initiative. Key focus areas include food aid, housing support, medical care, and psychosocial…
In 2024, the Red Cross responded to an unprecedented number of climate-related disasters, launching 108 major relief operations, a significant increase from previous years. Severe weather events included record-breaking temperatures in India and prolonged cyclonic storms in the Philippines. Red…
In Switzerland, 720,000 people are directly affected by poverty, struggling to afford basic necessities. The ‘2x Weihnachten’ donation campaign, supported by organizations like SRG, Swiss Post, and the Red Cross, encourages citizens to contribute packages containing long-lasting food and hygiene…
In 2024, the number of humanitarian aid workers who lost their lives surged to almost 300, according to the Red Cross. Gerda Hasselfeldt, president of the German Red Cross, highlighted the increasing dangers in conflict zones, driven by a dramatic…
In the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, the French humanitarian organization Red Cross reported that several hundred of its volunteers and employees in Mayotte remain unreachable. While 70 have been contacted, the organization clarified that this does not imply they are…
The French government is deploying five waves of reinforcements to the cyclone-stricken island of Mayotte, with efforts complicated by damage to the local airport. Thousands of residents are in need as aid prepares to address urgent necessities such as water,…
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has warned families of the missing in Syria against attempting to recover remains themselves, emphasizing that such actions could hinder proper identification. With over 100,000 reported missing during the conflict, the ICRC…
The Greek Red Cross and the First Municipal Community of Thessaloniki will host an educational workshop on canine first aid on Saturday, November 16, from 12 PM to 2 PM at the Water Amphitheater of the City Hall. The session…
