Tehran (ICRC) – Nicolas Von Arx, Regional Director for the Near and Middle East for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), has concluded a two-day official visit to Iran.

During his visit on 27 and 28 October 2026, Mr. Von Arx met with Government officials of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the leadership of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) in Tehran.

Discussions focused on the pressing humanitarian consequences of hostilities in the region. Mr. Von Arx highlighted the ICRC’s efforts to strengthen respect for international humanitarian law (IHL), stressing the need to protect civilians and essential civilian infrastructure during armed conflict.

At a roundtable with Iranian diplomats at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Institute for Political and International Studies (IPIS), Mr. Von Arx exchanged views on humanitarian developments across the region and discussed the ICRC’s response.

Mr. Von Arx also reaffirmed the ICRC’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the IRCS, which continues to play a vital frontline role in responding to humanitarian needs of those most in need.

ICRC Regional Director concludes visit focused on humanitarian impact and regional response