Nearly 2,000 Children Killed in Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War: UNICEF
In a harrowing update from UNICEF, the toll of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to rise with devastating consequences for the most vulnerable—children. The UNICEF Europe and Central Asia Regional Office, alongside its Regional Director, Regina De Dominicis, has reported that at least 1,993 children have been killed or injured since the escalation of the war over two years ago. This averages to an unimaginable two child casualties every day. "As we see in all wars, the reckless decisions and actions of adults are costing children their lives, safety, and futures," the statement reads, highlighting the tragic and often overlooked impact of the conflict on young lives. Disrupted Education and Endangered Futures The war's ramifications extend beyond physical harm. June marks four years of disrupted education for children in Ukraine. Nearly half of the school-enrolled children in the country are missing out on in-person education, with almost one mill...
