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This only works with people who follow your rules of warfare.

Otherwise, the red cross symbol just becomes a huge target painted on you.

>>throwe+(OP)
People do in fact generally (but not always) respect the neutrality of the Red Cross and Red Crescent organizations, including in current conflicts between the Taliban and the government of Afghanistan, where they've had access to prisoners from both sides and run landmine injury rehabilitation centers.

>>throwe+(OP)
This is true. But not following the rules of war, particularly if you are the weaker side, is not a good idea.