humanitarian

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While civilian sites can lose their protection if they are used for military purposes, in such cases attacks must adhere to principles of international humanitarian law including distinguishing between combatants and civilians.

From BBC

The UAE facilitated the release, the ministry said, adding that the decision was made on humanitarian grounds and as a gesture of "goodwill".

From Barron's

Instead, Mexico has sent hundreds of tonnes of humanitarian aid including powdered milk intended for pregnant mothers.

From BBC

At the same time, the “Nuestra América” humanitarian convoy is in the process of delivering more than 20 tons of critical supplies to Cuba, some of which will arrive by boat in the coming days.

From Los Angeles Times

More than a million people have been displaced, which could lead to a major humanitarian crisis.

From BBC