Published on 18.01.2017.
Two Mexican Red Cross paramedics were killed in Ixtapaluca, Mexico, on 14 January, while carrying out their humanitarian duties in the area. It is imperative that aid workers and emergency and medical services are able to operate safely to ensure that critical assistance can be provided to all communities that rely on their support.
Violence is a daily reality for millions of people across the Americas, a region that is home to 43 of the 50 most dangerous cities in the world. Urban violence often disrupts humanitarian work, especially for health workers who risk their lives trying to help those most in need.
We, Red Cross movement, strongly condemn any attacks – our staff, volunteers and also civilians must be protected from any kind of warfare between countries, groups and other units!
