468 Million Children Who Live in Areas Affected by Armed Conflict Are Suffering
Briefly

"War is not healthy for children and other living things," reads a poster created by Lorraine Schneider for an art show in 1965, highlighting the enduring impact of war on children.
According to Save the Children, about 468 million children live in areas affected by armed conflict, with verified attacks on children tripling since 2010, highlighting the increasing risks.
U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk remarked in June on the alarming 2023 figures, stating, "Killings and injuries of civilians have become a daily occurrence," underscoring the critical safety concerns for children.
Between 2005 and 2023, more than 347,000 grave violations against children in wartime were recorded, illustrating the ongoing and widespread danger children face in conflict zones.
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