Beirut: UNICEF announced on Friday that an average of 11 children have been killed or injured every 24 hours in Lebanon over the past week amid the ongoing Israeli attacks that began in March. The alarming statistic has drawn attention to the dire situation facing children in the region.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency, the organization called for the immediate protection of children and an end to the attacks, warning of a worsening humanitarian and psychological crisis affecting children across Lebanon. The ongoing conflict has significantly disrupted the lives of many young people, leaving a lasting impact on their well-being.
In recent weeks, Israeli occupation forces have intensified heavy strikes across Lebanon, killing and wounding thousands since the start of the offensive on March 2. The escalating violence has also resulted in the displacement of hundreds of thousands of residents, who have been forced to flee their homes following Israeli evacuation threats. The international community is urged to address the situation to prevent further loss of life and suffering.