We’ve received thousands of questions on the Geneva Conventions.
So, we’re going to break down the rules of war you need to know right now.
All states have signed these – and are legally obligated to follow them.
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Did we miss any? Didn't think so.
Torture isn't just unacceptable, it's illegal.
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Civilian infrastructure.
This is schools, hospitals, civilians’ homes, water plants that supply clean water, and electricity lines.
Basically, everything that civilians need to go about their daily lives.
These are also not a target. We cannot stress this enough.
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The rules of war save lives. They reduce human suffering.
We call on all parties to uphold them – now.
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Aid workers and humanitarian organizations.
We must be allowed to operate safely. Our work is to bring aid and save lives.
Sanctions and other restrictive measures must be designed to allow humanitarian action to happen.
In all situations, lifesaving aid must not be blocked.
Sometimes we all need a helping hand ❤️
Zainab and Nigina are learning how to use their new artificial limbs at our orthopedic center in Kabul. #FridayFeeling
Do the Geneva Conventions apply in Westeros?
For the #GameOfThronesFinale the analysed every violation of international humanitarian law.
Over 70 #GameOfThrones episodes, over 100 war crimes.
Let’s go.
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We are not and cannot be the guarantor of a ceasefire agreement between the parties or of its implementation.
As a neutral and impartial humanitarian intermediary, we've been facilitating dialogue between the parties on the safe passage of civilians.
Civilians need safety.
Democratic Republic of Congo.
Nigeria.
Libya.
Iraq.
Syria.
Afghanistan.
Myanmar.
Somalia.
South Sudan.
Ukraine.
We might have #280characters but that's still not enough to talk about all the places where civilians are caught in conflict.
Protected under the rules of war:
✅ Doctors
✅ Nurses
✅ Journalists
✅ Paramedics
✅ Aid workers
✅ Sick and wounded
✅ Prisoners of war
✅ Refugees and IDPs
✅ Civilians
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Over 7 months ago, our colleagues Hauwa and Alice were abducted in northern Nigeria. We have been told in 24 hours they will be executed.
We issue an urgent plea for their lives.
To their abductors: Please show mercy. Let them go home to their families.
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"Attack on a humanitarian convoy is an attack on humanity." Our joint statement with and @Federation: ow.ly/5YDN304nFtu
We banned the bomb!
A rare piece of good news in 2020: nuclear weapons are about to become illegal, after the 50th State ratified the #NuclearBan.
To all the nurses around the world,
We can't thank you enough. ❤️
#InternationalNursesDay ✏️ : Banksy
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How can art help children process their trauma?
- Often they can’t understand what they have been through.
- Drawing helps them externalise.
- By listening and asking how they felt, we can help them make sense and cope with their experiences.
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🚑 are not a 🎯
👨🏻⚕️ are not a 🎯
👩🏽⚕️ are not a 🎯
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Hauwa’s death has broken our hearts.
Hauwa was a friend and daughter. She was a midwife, helping women in their most painful and vulnerable moments, bringing life into the world.
Hauwa was not yet 25. We will never know what her life would go on to hold. ow.ly/BNMQ30mfGoc
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We are committed to supporting the people of #Afghanistan.
The humanitarian needs are huge from weeks of heavy fighting.
Thousands were injured, while hospitals were damaged or destroyed.
We will not reduce our presence. We have worked here for 30 years. We will not stop now.
84% milllennials believe it's never acceptable to use nuclear weapons.
But they're still worried someone will. bit.ly/2TuXSE0
