Communities in conflict-affected areas face severe challenges accessing health care, sanitation, clean water, food, and shelter. The breakdown of healthcare services is leading to a rise in preventable diseases, while a lack of medical supplies is worsening the suffering of the wounded and chronically ill. The ongoing violence has forced thousands of families to flee their homes, often with nothing but the clothes on their backs.
At the end of her visit, the ICRC President appealed for greater humanitarian access to civilians in need across the country. She visited Rakhine State to witness firsthand the dire humanitarian needs.