Yemen: ICRC to start preparations for release, transfer and repatriation of detainees following agreement in Amman [EN/AR/DE/PT/ZH]

Reliefweb | 15-05-2026 02:37pm |

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has announced its readiness to begin preparations for the release, transfer, and repatriation of detainees following a recent agreement reached in Amman between conflicting parties in Yemen. This agreement, facilitated by the Office of the Special Envoy of the Secretary General of the United Nations and the ICRC, marks a significant advancement in the ongoing humanitarian efforts in the region. Christine Cipolla, head of the ICRC delegation in Yemen, emphasized the importance of this development for families awaiting reunification. The ICRC will now seek full access to all detainees involved to ensure that the process is conducted safely and respectfully, highlighting the organization's commitment to its role as a neutral intermediary in accordance with international humanitarian law.

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