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Secretary-General Warns of Rising Identity-Based Violence Amidst Grave Violations Against Children

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The Secretary-General addressed the General Assembly, warning of the highest number of armed conflicts since the end of World War II, marked by identity-based violence, widespread humanitarian law and human rights law violations, and impunity. He emphasized that the Responsibility to Protect is a moral imperative, rooted in shared humanity and the UN Charter. In the Security Council, the Secretary-General's report revealed a devastating record of grave violations against children, with 41,370 verified cases, a 25% increase from 2023, and 1,982 cases of sexual violence, a 35% rise.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Secretary-General warned that the world is witnessing the highest number of armed conflicts since World War II, marked by identity-based violence, humanitarian law and human rights law violations, and impunity.
  • The Responsibility to Protect is a moral imperative, rooted in shared humanity and the UN Charter, and credibility as the guardian of peace and security, development, and human rights requires consistency with the UN Charter.
  • 2024 marked a devastating new record of 41,370 grave violations against children, a staggering 25% increase compared to 2023.
  • The report revealed the highest number of children killed or maimed since the mandate was established by the Security Council.
  • Cases of sexual violence rose by 35% with 1,982 verified cases.
  • The UN calls on all parties to conflict to engage with the United Nations to develop, sign, and fully implement action plans that end and prevent grave violations against children.
  • Child protection experts urge council members to act with urgency, courage, and the conviction that every child deserves to live in peace.

Statistics:

  • 41,370 grave violations against children verified in 2024, a 25% increase compared to 2023.
  • 1,982 verified cases of sexual violence against children in 2024, a 35% increase.
  • 2024 marked the highest number of children killed or maimed since the mandate was established by the Security Council.

Sources:

  • United Nations (video statements)
  • https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=25%20June%202025
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeZwWRHdBOo
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