Matthew Bamber-Zryd
@mattbam1
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Adviser on Armed Groups @ICRC I Fellow @CCDP_IHEID I Fellow @UU_peace I PhD from @GVAGrad
Geneva
Joined September 2015
🌍 200M+ people today live in contested territories where armed actors hold shifting control. Drawing on recent field research, the @ICRC shares 5 insights to strengthen humanitarian response in these fragile environments. Read more → https://t.co/xzTmFwtR4c
#IHL #Protection
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The ICRC's Arjun Claire and Matthew Bamber-Zryd present five key insights to help strengthen humanitarian responses in contested territories.
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👥Meet the panelists joining us for "Strengthening Humanitarian Responses in Contested Territories" event A diverse line-up sharing perspectives from the field, civil society, & States on how to improve protection where it's needed most. Register now → https://t.co/bnFAHryYGX
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Today, 204 million people live in areas controlled or contested by armed groups, 30 million more than in 2021. Life in these areas means uncertainty, fear, and struggling to access essential services, while humanitarian organizations face major obstacles to reach those most in
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📢 Ever wonder how life looks like for the 204 million people living in areas controlled by armed groups? What can we do to better protect and assist them? Join the conversation to learn more → https://t.co/GzOH0Kfw01
#ContestedTerritories #HumanitarianAction #ICRC
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Today, over 70 NSAGs hold detainees – combatants and civilians. Hostage taking is always unlawful – other detention must not be arbitrary. Thrilled to share legal and operational points on ‘avoiding arbitrary detention’, part of @ICRC #ChallengesReport. https://t.co/5EnfAZ9mjA
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ICRC Legal Adviser Tilman Rodenhäuser discusses IHL and detention by NSAGs in the context of non-international armed conflicts.
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A reminder that this event is taking place at 17.00 CET today!
Jihadist actors from a variety of political, religious & ideological backgrounds have administered territory from sub-Saharan Africa to SE Asia. Tune in tomorrow at 11am EDT for a webcast w/ @DevorahMargolin, @azelin & @mattbam1 on the jihadist landscape.
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Jihadist actors from a variety of political, religious & ideological backgrounds have administered territory from sub-Saharan Africa to SE Asia. Tune in tomorrow at 11am EDT for a webcast w/ @DevorahMargolin, @azelin & @mattbam1 on the jihadist landscape.
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Three experts discuss the findings of a new Washington Institute compilation on jihadist governance, highlighting several of the case studies and data points explored in the book.
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Out today: Concise @ICRC analysis of 21 of the most pressing #IHL in today’s armed conflicts. From new threats such as hybrid warfare, cyber and information ops, to long standing issues of #NSAG detention. Proud of our #IHL team to publish the 2024 Challenges Report!
The @ICRC 2024 #IHL Challenges Report is out: https://t.co/gZh5fcbvDN At every Red Cross/Red Crescent Conference we present our views on the most pressing humanitarian and legal issues. Join us in building a culture of compliance for IHL. 🧵on some key issues
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Three of our staff members in Ukraine were killed today after shelling hit the site of a planned frontline aid distribution in the Donetsk region & two more colleagues were wounded. Our hearts are broken as we mourn this loss & care for the injured. ➡️ https://t.co/uqrzseH1tA
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I'm looking forward to discussing jihadist governance and the challenges of engaging with jihadist groups at this @WashInstitute event with @DevorahMargolin and @azelin. Takes place Wednesday 18th September at 16.00 CET. Link below 👇
Tune in on Wednesday, September 18 at 11am EDT for a webcast with @mattbam1, @DevorahMargolin, and @azelin exploring the complex and varied set of challenges facing jihadist groups that govern territory and the established states that oppose them.
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Tune in on Wednesday, September 18 at 11am EDT for a webcast with @mattbam1, @DevorahMargolin, and @azelin exploring the complex and varied set of challenges facing jihadist groups that govern territory and the established states that oppose them.
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Three experts discuss the findings of a new Washington Institute compilation on jihadist governance, highlighting several of the case studies and data points explored in the book.
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How do we engage armed groups on #IHL compliance? A real pleasure to join @KatharineFortin and @florian_weigand in the Beyond Compliance podcast, jointly with my colleague Matt. Listen in:
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Great to speak on the @BeyondCompCons podcast with my @ICRC colleague @TRodenhaeuser, discussing armed group engagement, int. law and civilian agency. Many thanks to the hosts @florian_weigand @KatharineFortin !
How do people engage with armed actors? And how can the law help protect civilians? Check out @KatharineFortin's and my new podcast on armed groups & international law @BeyondCompCons @armedgroupsintl @Armed_Groups. E1: With @mattbam1 & @TRodenhaeuser! https://t.co/OT1XBobwPn
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Happy to share my new blog on the interplay between #IHL & #Islamic law in operational contexts. Understanding these legal frameworks is crucial for effective humanitarian action and strengthening respect for IHL in Muslim contexts. Please read or listen👇 https://t.co/oIB7NWH26D
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ICRC Legal Adviser Ahmed Al-Dawoody on the parallels between IHL and Islamic law, and the importance of engagement between the two.
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Happy to have contributed a piece on 'Humanitarian Engagement with Jihadist Groups' to this excellent volume. Highly recommend the other interesting and well-researched articles in the book. Many thanks to @azelin and @DevorahMargolin for the invitation and their work!
It’s out! Was great working with @DevorahMargolin on this edited volume. Some amazing contributions too from @MFurlanBuckl @IbnSiqilli @Levitt_Matt @aysed_9 @haroro_ingram @Mikeknightsiraq @BShtwtr @mattbam1 @SimNasr @Megan_A_Stewart
https://t.co/x4SqIhz4kp
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It’s out! Was great working with @DevorahMargolin on this edited volume. Some amazing contributions too from @MFurlanBuckl @IbnSiqilli @Levitt_Matt @aysed_9 @haroro_ingram @Mikeknightsiraq @BShtwtr @mattbam1 @SimNasr @Megan_A_Stewart
https://t.co/x4SqIhz4kp
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كثيرون يسألون عن موقف القانون الدولي الإنساني من النزاع في #غزة، في هذا الفيديو يجيبنا @MekkyICRC المستشار الإقليمي للقانون الدولي الإنساني عن هذا التساؤل📹⬇️🔗: https://t.co/6kqjDj2Khh
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Lots of focus on what the @ICRC does recently. And maybe some misunderstanding. So here's my take.
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The part played by the Red Cross in the Gaza hostage releases highlights its unique role.
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