![]() ![]() The number of children in high intensity conflict areas stands at a staggering 149 million, double the number of all children in the United States. Yet the number of reported grave violations-the worst crimes committed against children-increased, revealing that children in conflict were more likely to be killed or maimed, recruited, abducted, sexually abused, see their schools attacked, or have aid denied to them. The research revealed that some 415 million children worldwide were living in conflict-affected areas in 2018, a slight decrease from the year before. While fewer children are living in conflict-affected areas, those who do face the greatest risk of falling victim to serious violence since systematic records began. ![]() 12, 2020)-Wars and conflicts are intensifying and becoming increasingly dangerous for children, according to a new report released by Save the Children. Boys more likely to be killed in direct warfare, if girls are killed or badly injured it is more likely to be a result of indiscriminate explosive weapons.įAIRFIELD, Conn.Nine in 10 child victims of sexual violence are girls.The number of children in high intensity conflict areas is 149 million, double the number of all children in the United States.New analysis also reveals how conflict affects girls and boys differently: ![]()
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