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Red Crescent

American

noun

an organization functioning as the Red Cross in Muslim countries.

Red Crescent British

noun

a national branch of or the emblem of the Red Cross Society in a Muslim country

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The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has deployed hundreds of volunteers to support response efforts in the region.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

The BBC spoke to a member of a Palestinian Red Crescent ambulance crew which was dispatched to Tayasir on Wednesday night.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said at least three Palestinians suffered head wounds and were taken to hospital after confronting the attackers, some of whom were also reportedly injured.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Spoljaric said her organisation was "preparing an operational response to humanitarian needs on the ground", in cooperation with the Afghan and Pakistan Red Crescent societies and state authorities.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

“Everything from the Red Crescent is red, so it might be a coincidence.”

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell

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