![]() ![]() ![]() I also direct another humanitarian assistance called the Humanitarian Agenda. I direct two programs, one on global food security where I track malnutrition, poverty, hunger trends in the developing world. Kimberly Flowers: Here at CSIS – my name is Kimberly Flowers. ![]() Our thoughts are with all those who are affected and with the thousands upon thousands of aid workers who work on the front lines every day to help the most vulnerable. The attack is another example of the erosion of respect for international humanitarian law, and the challenge of protecting civilians who are working in conflict-affected states. Tragically, this week also saw another horrific deadly attack on humanitarian aid workers in Kabul, Afghanistan. Kimberly Flowers: This week marked the World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, where we honor and commend the volunteers of the Red Cross movement that stand at the origin of humanitarian action. And we have a fantastic lineup of speakers this morning who will walk us through just that. In today’s world, where manmade conflicts are lasting twice as long as before, humanitarian needs are perpetually rising – or it feels so – and populist politics are normalized, it’s important that we step back, that we reflect upon the foundation of international humanitarian law and the paramount role of the humanitarian principles. Kimberly Flowers: The complexities of conflict have shifted quite dramatically since the creation of the Geneva Conventions 70 years ago. Kimberly Flowers: We are so honored and so lucky to host Peter Maurer, the president of the International Committee of the Red Cross, as well as an esteemed panel of experts this morning, to talk about the rules of war. Thank you for joining us, whether you’re here in person or joining us online. ![]() Kimberly Flowers: Welcome to the Center for Strategic and International Studies. ![]()
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