Protecting Children During War
Six Grave Violations During Armed Conflict
Protecting children from the ravages of war is a moral imperative, a legal responsibility, and a question of international peace and security. It is also a key humanitarian issue in conflict-affected areas. The UN Security Council has resolved that the protection of children from armed conflict should be a priority for the international community and is an important aspect of any comprehensive strategy to resolve conflict. The United Nation’s General Assembly and other UN bodies have repeatedly called for children to be afforded special protection by all parties to armed conflicts. Identifying the Most Heinous Violations of Children’s Rights…
