‘War has rules’: UN event urges action to protect Palestinian children
Summary
At a United Nations event in New York, stories of Palestinian children affected by conflict in Gaza were shared to raise awareness. Diplomats discussed a call to protect Palestinian children, urging countries to take action to end the suffering faced by these children. The event highlighted the need for humanitarian access and support for affected families.Key Facts
- The UN event in New York focused on the protection of Palestinian children in conflict zones like Gaza.
- Rasha, a 10-year-old girl from Gaza, wrote her will after surviving an attack, and later died in another strike.
- Over 70 countries have supported the Call to Action for Palestinian Children to stop harm against them.
- Israeli actions have reportedly resulted in the death of over 20,000 children in Gaza since the conflict began in October 2023.
- A famine is affecting Gaza, with many children lacking food and other necessities.
- Delegates at the UN called for a ceasefire and better access for humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- Countries endorsing the Call to Action include Australia, the UK, Italy, and Japan.
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