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IRC calls for protection of civilians and scaling up of humanitarian assistance in Lebanon following extension of ceasefire agreement
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) calls on all parties to the conflict to ensure the protection of civilians in Lebanon following the extension of the ceasefire agreement until February 18.
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Trump Administration suspends refugee resettlement
Shortly after taking office, the Trump Administration announced the suspension of refugee resettlement, a program that offers ...
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Gaza ceasefire: What needs to happen now?
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) welcomes the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza. This ceasefire must be a turning point. It is a chance to shield civilians from further harm, achieve the ...
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IRC urges US government to make America’s asylum system safe, fair and organized
New York, NY, January 22, 2025 — The International Rescue Committee (IRC) reiterates that a safe, fair and organized asylum system should be a priority. The actions invoked by Executive Order, ...
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The IRC says ‘Follow the Evidence’
New York, NY, January 22, 2025 — The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is concerned about the implications of the Trump Administration’s decision to limit the use of humanitarian parole, including ...
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Statement by Sita Conklin, Director of the Syria Resilience Initiative, on the Future of Syria’s Recovery
January 22, 2025 — “Syria’s need for large-scale recovery is too great to ignore – the time for decisive action is now. Steps must be taken urgently to dismantle the barriers to early recovery efforts ...
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The IRC welcomes ceasefire in Gaza, calls for sustained respect for agreement and urgent surge in humanitarian aid
Amman, Jordan, January 15, 2025 — The International Rescue Committee (IRC) welcomes the announcement today of a ceasefire in Gaza after 465 days of conflict. This ceasefire must be a turning point. It ...
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Millions of Yemenis will bear the brunt of attacks on Yemen's critical civilian infrastructure
December 31, 2024 — International and national organisations delivering humanitarian aid in Yemen are deeply concerned about the airstrikes on critical civilian infrastructure, including Sana’a ...
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Our goals for economic wellbeing
Providing cash assistance—through debit card accounts with no strings attached, where appropriate—so that people can buy what they need themselves, which benefits the local economy; Supporting local ...