Unicef reports over three hundred forty children killed in gaza despite ceasefire

Unicef reported that more than 340 children have been killed in Gaza since a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel was announced. Speaking from Geneva, spokesperson Ricardo Pires stated that these statistics do not equate to a ceasefire and emphasized that the truce is failing to protect vulnerable families.

Dawn reports that during the preceding two weeks, five boys and two girls were killed, and two other boys died from injuries sustained earlier. The report also notes that at least 33 children were seriously injured by gunfire, drone strikes, and air strikes.

According to Unicef, approximately 800,000 children remain displaced, with most residing in damaged buildings or tents. An estimated 60,000 children have lost one or both parents during the war or since the ceasefire began. The agency noted that nearly every child requires mental health support and called on conflicting parties to uphold the ceasefire and comply with international humanitarian law and UN Security Council Resolution 2803.

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