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An exemption for humanitarian activities in the new Swiss counter-terrorism law: A much-needed safeguard and a welcome step protecting the humanitarian space
In order to address the threat of terrorism more effectively, many countries have recently adopted new, often wide-ranging, counter-terrorism measures and laws. Against this backdrop, and amid insistent calls for a coordinated fight against terrorism and strengthened legal framework, Switzerland adopted on 25 September 2020 two new counter-terrorism laws. In addition to the new law […]
COVID-19 screening posts and their protection under International Humanitarian Law
By Ximena Galvez, Legal and Policy Officer – Eurasia Region Also available in Pashto and Ukrainian Health systems in conflict-affected countries are currently facing the twin impacts of armed conflict or violence and the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite their essential functions during this crisis, healthcare facilities continue to be attacked. In addition to state preventive measures to address […]
What is it like to be a humanitarian during a pandemic?
What is it like to be a humanitarian during a pandemic? Geneva Call’s teams share their experience working in times of COVID-19 If fighting the spread of the pandemic in the middle of conflict zones seems impossible, humanitarian workers all over the world are living proof that dedication and ingenuity can help overcome the most […]
COVID-19 Armed Non-State Actors’ Response Monitor
Discover Geneva Call’s monitor of armed non-State actors’ responses to the COVID-19 outbreak. The last few weeks have seen numerous conflict areas affected by the spread of the COVID-19. In these contexts, it has been unsurprising that several armed non-State actors (ANSAs) have adopted measures to contain the spread of the virus in the territories […]