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Similarly, Gabon’s delegate called for systematic implementation of such programmes for children who have been separated from armed groups.

Many speakers outlined solutions, as well, with Switzerland’s delegate citing long-term reintegration programmes as a powerful antidote to the risk of future child recruitment. Adding to that, Poland’s delegate highlighted that his country has become a “safe haven” for 1.6 million Ukrainians, 90 per cent of whom are women and children. The representative of the United States said Moscow’s forces have committed crimes against humanity against children and deported hundreds of thousands of civilians - including forcibly separated children. On that, numerous delegates - including those of France, Austria and Guatemala - spotlighted the devastating consequences for children resulting from the Russian Federation’s aggression against Ukraine. Speakers also discussed the report’s listing of a permanent Council member. Albania’s delegate, expressing the view of many, stated: “A crime against a child is an affront to all of us, to humanity”.

The representative of the United Kingdom - Council President for July, speaking in her national capacity - stressed that these are “not just statistics” rather, they tell “the stories of real children and their families and communities”. In the ensuing all-day debate, more than 70 speakers voiced alarm over the scale of grave violations outlined in the Secretary-General’s report. Highest-Ever Number of Violations against Children Verified in 2022, Briefer Tells Security Council, as Speakers Champion Reintegration, Education Programmes

Un secretary general children and armed conflict security council