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More than three million flee Ukraine war, half of them children: UN

More than three million flee Ukraine war, half of them children: UN

14 Sept 02:02 Key points summarised by AI
  • Over three million people have fled Ukraine since Russia's invasion on February 24, highlighting a rapid and large-scale displacement crisis.
  • Nearly half of these refugees are children, with a child becoming a refugee almost every second, underscoring the severe impact on minors.
  • UN agencies describe the crisis as unprecedented since World War II, warning of significant risks to children, including family separation, violence, exploitation, and trafficking.
  • Inside Ukraine, doctors face heartbreaking triage decisions for injured children due to overwhelming numbers and critically scarce medical resources.
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