24 January 2018

"An attack against an organization that helps children is outrageous. Civilians aid workers must not be targeted," said Monica Zanarelli, ICRC's head of delegation in Afghanistan. "Increased violence has made operating in Afghanistan difficult for many organizations. The ICRC this year will continue focusing on our dialogue with arm carriers -- both the Afghan National Security Forces and the armed opposition -- to discuss the principles of International Humanitarian Law and the respect for civilians and medical missions. It's a message that must ring loud and clear on days like this."