International Organizations
Norwegian Red Cross Society condemns killing of volunteer of Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society in Barda
The Norwegian Red Cross Society condemns the killing of a volunteer of the Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society during rocket attacks on the city of Barda.
Norwegian Red Cross Society condemns the use of heavy weapons against civilians. "These types of weapons are not intended for use in densely populated areas," said Morten Tennessen-Krokan, regional advisor of the Norwegian Red Cross. It emphasizes the necessity of distinguishing between civilian and military targets and emphasizes that attacks that harm civilians are against the rules of war.
The statement also condemned the killing of an International Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteer during the October 28 attack. It is noted that the deceased volunteer from the Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society provided humanitarian aid to civilians in Barda. It is emphasized that an attack on a Red Cross or Red Crescent member in any armed conflict is a violation of the rules of war.