The International Red Cross is considering granting membership to Israel’s Magen David Adom. At an international assembly in Geneva last week, American Red Cross officials urged the inclusion of the Israeli humanitarian organization. If Israel is included, the red Star of David would join the red cross and red crescent as emblems to protect aid workers in wartime.
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