Who is responsible for providing detainee information to the ICRC to satisfy Geneva Convention obligations?

The obligation to provide detainee information to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is primarily the responsibility of the National Detainee Reporting Center (NDRC). This body is specifically tasked with collecting and managing information regarding detainees, ensuring compliance with the Geneva Conventions, which dictate how prisoners of war and other detainees must be treated.

The Geneva Conventions require that specific details about detainees, such as their identity, the reason for their detention, and their treatment, be communicated to the ICRC. This is crucial for safeguarding the rights of detainees and for transparency in military operations.

While the Commanding Officer plays a significant role in overseeing operational compliance and could be involved in the process, the NDRC is the designated entity charged with the management and reporting of detainee information in accordance with international law.