Few years on the Earth
The ongoing civil war in Sudan has led to a horrifying increase in sexual violence against children, with reports from UNICEF revealing that infants as young as one year old have been subjected to rape and sexual assault. The use of sexual violence as a weapon of war has been widely documented, but the latest … Read more
In a recent session of the United Nations Security Council, Russian envoy Vassily Nebenzia issued a scathing critique of UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell, accusing her of failing to provide an impartial response to the plight of children affected by global conflicts. Nebenzia argued that Russell’s actions demonstrated a bias toward the Ukrainian crisis while … Read more
The harrowing impact of unexploded ordnance (UXO) on Afghan children continues to unfold, with UNICEF reporting that over 500 children were either killed or injured in 2024 alone. This tragic statistic underscores the grim legacy of Afghanistan’s decades-long conflict, as the presence of landmines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) poses a persistent threat to civilians, … Read more
The year 2024 will be remembered as Worst Year for Children, a period of global turmoil and profound suffering, particularly for children caught in the crossfire of conflicts worldwide. According to UNICEF, over 473 million children were affected by violent disputes, marking 2024 as the worst year on record for children in conflict zones. This … Read more
The ongoing Gaza War conflict has exacted a devastating toll on civilians, with United Nations reports highlighting an alarming pattern of death and destruction. According to a recent UN Human Rights Office (OHCHR) report, around 70% of verified fatalities in Gaza over the last year have been women and children, emphasizing what the UN calls … Read more
The shocking revelation that one in eight girls worldwide suffers sexual assault before the age of 18 has reignited global concern about the prevalence of child sexual abuse. This statistic, drawn from a new report by UNICEF, highlights the persistent and widespread violation of children’s rights. The report, released ahead of the International Day of … Read more