Hackers breached the website of the Russian Red Cross (RRC), a non-profit organization that does not offer paid evacuations from the Belgorod region. This detail was confirmed by Pavel Savchuk, the chairman of the organization, who spoke on the matter and whose remarks were reported by TASS. The incident underscores the ongoing risk to humanitarian services online and the need for robust digital protections to ensure critical information remains accessible during emergencies. Savchuk announced that the site is under restoration and that visitors may experience temporary access limitations as technical teams work to repair the breach and restore full functionality. The Russian Red Cross, he stressed, does not charge for evacuation or emergency assistance to residents of the Belgorod region, reinforcing the principle that aid is provided on humanitarian grounds rather than for profit. The Belgorod branch, as in past operations, continues to offer help to all individuals in need, regardless of circumstance, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to universal humanitarian support. In related data, RBC reported at the end of February that the demand for psychological support through the Russian Red Cross’s single helpline rose sharply in 2023, nearly tripling from 2022 levels. Specifically, 17,404 people sought psychological assistance in 2023, compared with 5,987 in 2022, highlighting the growing mental health needs in the context of national crises. Earlier reports noted that the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) suspended membership processes with the Belarusian Red Cross, an administrative action reflecting ongoing regional organizational changes and governance considerations within the movement. These developments collectively illustrate how humanitarian actors adapt to evolving security, information, and social support needs while maintaining core services for affected communities.
Truth Social Media News RRC Website Breach Confirmed; No Paid Evacuations; Psychological Support Demand Rising
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