The red cross, red crescent and red crystal are symbols of protection ... It’s an inversion of the Swiss flag (a white cross on a red background). This recognises the historic connection between ...

The Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is made up of three parts: the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) 191 ...

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian network, helping people in around 150 countries. Founded in 1919, the Geneva-based ...

Red Cross: Aid organizations in Gaza are struggling As no aid supplies have been allowed into Gaza since early March, stocks are running low, says Sarah Davies of the ICRC. Conflicts 04/06/2025 ...

In 1863, Swiss businessman Henri Dunant helped found a humanitarian relief organization in Geneva after he saw thousands of wounded soldiers suffering without care during a battle in Solferino (in ...