Why does the International Committee of the Red Cross stay neutral in conflict zones?

In this video, we introduce you to the heart of our lifesaving mission. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) was established under the Geneva Conventions – the most widely ratified treaties in the world with 196 countries signatories. Neutral, independent, and impartial, our humanitarian mission is to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence. Learn more: