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12 August 2012

Red Crescent on the ground following earthquakes in north-west Iran

A series of earthquakes yesterday in north-west Iran has left hundreds dead and thousands without homes.
28 October 2010

Pakistan: neighbours helping neighbours

In the wake of disasters, neighbours are often an invaluable source of support – both as individuals and as neighbouring countries.
Bam – Five years after the earthquake, healing invisible wounds
22 December 2008

Bam – Five years after the earthquake, healing invisible wounds

April 2004 … Zarah Tahemasebzadeh sings the last stanza with a clear, high voice.
Five years after the Bam earthquake: When victims become volunteers
22 December 2008

Five years after the Bam earthquake: When victims become volunteers

Two days ago, Abbas Sedri saved another life – up in the snow-capped mountain peaks which can be glimpsed through the date palms in his garden.
Iranian Red Crescent volunteers take to the roads to save lives
23 April 2007

Iranian Red Crescent volunteers take to the roads to save lives

More than 50% of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies are active in road safety and the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) is particularly well-organized to provide ...
Iran: new schools rise from the rubble in Bam three years after the devastating earthquake
19 December 2006

Iran: new schools rise from the rubble in Bam three years after the devastating earthquake

Three years ago, on 26 December, a devastating earthquake levelled the city of Bam, destroying the ancient citadel, and leaving 26,000 people dead, 30,000 injured ...
The school construction programme in Bam nears completion
10 October 2006

The school construction programme in Bam nears completion

At 8am on 23 September 2006, a ringing bell signalled the start of a new school year at Farhanghian Primary School in Bam, Iran.
Urban Health Center in Bam, Iran completed
28 June 2006

Urban Health Center in Bam, Iran completed

A ceremony on 11 June 2006 marked a key point in the reconstruction of Bam, Iran, when the Zia Urban Health Centre was formally handed over to the Ministry of Health.
Planning and cooperation bring safe water to Afghan refugees in Iran
26 May 2006

Planning and cooperation bring safe water to Afghan refugees in Iran

Years of drought in Iran have left rivers, lakes and reservoirs drained and water supplies severely affected.
4 April 2006

Iran – Red Crescent mobilizes to assist Lorestan quake victims

Once more, the latest earthquake highlights Red Crescent response in Iran.
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