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UNICEF Stories in focus

Starved by conflict: Malnutrition crisis deepens in Sudan
Stories

20 July 2025

Starved by conflict: Malnutrition crisis deepens in Sudan

Margaret
20 July 2025

Relentless conflict, mass displacement, and disease outbreaks are behind soaring malnutrition rates across Sudan, putting millions of children at risk. 

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Nowhere to turn: Afghan families forced to return 

14 July 2025

Nowhere to turn: Afghan families forced to return 

An emerging crisis is unfolding in Afghanistan, as families who once fled political unrest and economic hardship are now being forced to return from neighbouring Pakistan and Iran. 

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Concerts, colours and courage: Our story with The Wiggles 

6 July 2025

Concerts, colours and courage: Our story with The Wiggles 

Over the last 16 years and counting, The Wiggles have helped UNICEF create a better world for children with many activities and experiences.

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Hope in action: what we can achieve together

2 July 2025

Hope in action: what we can achieve together

UNICEF’s impact shows what’s possible when people and communities come together to uplift the lives of every child.

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Press release

6 July 2025

Threefold increase in children killed or injured in Ukraine in 3 months

The number of children killed or injured in Ukraine between 1 March and 31 May 2025 increased by more than 200 per cent compared to the previous quarter.

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Press release

26 May 2025

Horrific strikes in Ukraine reportedly kill three children, injure at least 13

Horrific strikes in Ukraine reportedly kill three children, injure at least 13

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Press release

24 Mar 2025

Children injured in Ukraine school attack

Deadly attacks affecting children in Ukraine a tragic reminder that nowhere is safe

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Press release

21 Feb 2025

1 in 5 children in Ukraine has lost a loved one since escalation of war 3 years ago

One in five children in Ukraine has reported losing a close relative or friend since the escalation of war three years ago, according to UNICEF.

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Press release

17 Nov 2024

At least 16 children killed or injured in Ukraine every week after 1,000 days of war

Children and families face third winter in harsh conditions as attacks intensify

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5 Sept 2024

A tragic end to the first week of school for Ukraine’s children

This week marked the start of a new school year for children across Ukraine.

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Press release

Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on deadly strikes in Ukraine

8 July 2024
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Ukraine’s recovery is dependent on the recovery of children’s education

12 June 2024
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Nearly 2,000 children killed or injured since the escalation of war in Ukraine

13 May 2024
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