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Children in Lebanon Facing Unprecedented Levels of Uncertainty
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16 July 2024Only a day after the start of the war on Gaza, hostilities broke out in the south of Lebanon. Nine months later, at least 97 civilians have been killed, and hundreds more injured - with nearly 100,000 people driven from their homes under Israeli bombardment. Hear more from our Country Director on the impact of this escalating crisis on children.
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Boosting Child Mental Health Through the Power of Play
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14 March 2024Children living with the brutal effects of armed conflict are forced to manage difficult emotions - such as feelings of fear, distress and uncertainty. Many are refugees living far from home in unstable situations. Some psychological support is available - yet research suggests that simple play-based activities could play a vital role in boosting these children’s wellbeing. We look at the evidence…
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Number of Children Affected by Conflict Doubles Since War Child’s Inception
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09 February 2024War Child reaches many thousands of children and youth every year - yet new data shows that the number of children affected by armed conflict has doubled since our inception. In the midst of one of the worst escalations in violence seen in modern times, War Child is evolving to meet urgent needs.
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Call for Immediate Ceasefire to Halt Further Attacks on Children
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28 October 2023Overnight, the escalation in Gaza has intensified rapidly. Airstrikes have reached an unprecedented level, virtually all communication lines have been cut off and 125 children have been killed. War Child deeply condemns the killing and maiming of children and calls on world leaders to secure an immediate ceasefire.
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