International Committee of the Red Cross
Humanitarian institution based in Geneva
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| September 12 2024 | Three ICRC staff were killed after shelling hit an aid distribution site in Donetsk region, with two additional staff members wounded. This incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by humanitarian workers in conflict areas. |
| 2023 | Ukraine became the ICRC's largest humanitarian operation, with a budget of 316.5 million Swiss Francs, followed by Afghanistan (218 million francs) and Syria (171.7 million francs). |
| October 4 2023 | The International Committee of the Red Cross issued a comprehensive set of rules governing the conduct of civilian hackers in cyberwarfare, establishing guidelines for ethical digital engagement during conflicts. |
| May 2023 | The Canton of Geneva provided 40 million CHF in additional donations to support the ICRC's global humanitarian activities. |
| March 2023 | ICRC announced significant financial cuts of 430 million Swiss Francs for 2023 and 2024, resulting in the planned layoff of 1,800 jobs at headquarters and worldwide delegations due to declining contributions. |
| October 1 2022 | Mirjana Spoljaric Egger became the first woman to serve as ICRC President, taking over from Peter Maurer. |
| 2021 | ICRC received top donations from various countries, with the United States providing the largest contribution of 544 million Swiss Francs, highlighting the organization's financial dependence on Western governments. |
| 2019 | Christine Beerli retired from her role as Vice President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, and Gilles Carbonnier was appointed as the new vice-president. |
| July 2012 | Peter Maurer, a former Swiss Secretary for Foreign Affairs, became ICRC President for a renewable four-year term. |
| 2011 | ICRC launched the Health Care In Danger campaign to highlight risks to humanitarian healthcare workers, drawing attention to the increasing dangers faced by medical personnel in conflict zones. |
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