UN reports Israel kills at least one child per week in West Bank

UN Reports High Number of Child Fatalities in Occupied West Bank

The United Nations has reported that at least one child is killed per week in the occupied West Bank since 2025. According to UNICEF, the Israeli military and settlers have been responsible for these fatalities.

James Elder, a representative from UNICEF, has expressed concern over the escalating number of child deaths. He is calling on Israeli authorities to uphold children’s rights.

The exact number of child fatalities is not specified in the report. However, it is stated that at least one child has died per week on average since 2025.

UNICEF has condemned these incidents and is urging Israeli authorities to take action to prevent further harm to children. The organization is also calling for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding these deaths.

The report highlights the need for increased protection and support for children in the occupied West Bank. UNICEF is working with other organizations to provide assistance and advocacy for children affected by conflict.

The Israeli military and settlers have been accused of being responsible for many of these incidents. However, no further details are available on this matter.

UNICEF’s statement emphasizes the importance of protecting children’s rights in all situations. The organization will continue to monitor the situation and work towards preventing further harm to children in the occupied West Bank.

Source: Al Jazeera