UN Security Council Discusses Increased Violations Against Children in Conflict

The UN Security Council recently held a debate concerning the escalating number of severe violations against children in war zones. A report from the Secretary-General indicated that in 2025, state forces were responsible for more such violations than non-state armed groups, a first in three decades. The report specifically highlighted Gaza as having the highest incidence of these violations, largely attributed to Israeli forces, which sparked disagreements among Council members regarding accountability.