Today, we gather in Baku to uphold the #RightToKnow for families of missing persons. Together with the State Commission on Prisoners of War, Hostages, and Missing Persons of 🇦🇿, we're dedicated to clarifying the fates of the missing and supporting their loved ones.

The journey to uncover the fate of missing individuals is challenging but essential. At the Missing Conference, Florence Anselmo emphasized importance of partnership &persistence in this task. Let's continue to support efforts to bring clarity and closure to families.

On-site visits yesterday emphasize our collaborative efforts in humanitarian identification &exhumation with State Commission on Prisoners of War, Hostages, and Missing Persons 🇦🇿 Every step we take moves us closer to providing answers to families.

We're gearing up for #SWIRMO2024 in Baku, where senior military leaders will dive into integrating #IHL in military planning with in-depth workshops The event also explores local cultural & historical contexts to enhance mutual understanding & cooperation among military leaders.

Watch our video interview with the Vice President Gilles Carbonnier discussing IHL challenges. Despite universal ratification, IHL struggles with implementation. Political will and military integration are key for compliance.

Yesterday at #SWIRMO2024, Day 2 focused on the crucial role of Operational Legal Advisors and their integration into military operations. Participants engaged in strategic exercises, enhancing their understanding of #IHL application. More insights to come as we continue!

SWIRMO is a platform for discussing the management of military operations within the framework of international humanitarian law. It aims to enhance the protection of civilians during operations. #SWIRMO2024

Last week, the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization recognized for promoting a nuclear-free world and highlighting the dangers of nuclear weapons through survivor testimonies. Nuclear weapons should never be used again. #FactFriday

The Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society is conducting awareness activities against dangerous explosive materials. ⚠️📢

Ever heard of the 'Football War'? In 1969, a conflict erupted between El Salvador and Honduras, triggered by a football match during World Cup qualifiers. The ICRC played a crucial role in exchange of detainees, ending the humanitarian mission in Oct '69. 📷ICRC, Aug '69.

Arif, who lost his left leg following a landmine incident in Aghdam in April 2021, now continues to raise awareness at tea houses and livestock markets so that others do not struggle as he did.

Wrapping up #SWIRMO2024 with highlights from an impactful week of collaboration and insights on integrating IHL into military operations. Watch the journey here! youtu.be/lc3X-VCh7eY