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20 July 2025

Starved by conflict: Malnutrition crisis deepens in Sudan

20 July 2025

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

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.

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.

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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10 July 2025

Nine children killed while waiting in line for nutritional supplies in the Gaza Strip

Fifteen Palestinians, including nine children and four women, have been killed whjile waiting in line for nutritional supplies in the Gaza Strip.

19 June 2025

More than 5,000 children diagnosed with malnutrition in the Gaza Strip in May

An average of 112 children have been admitted for treatment every day since the beginning of 2025

19 June 2025

Gaza’s Taps Running Dry: Fuel Crisis Deepens Daily Struggle for Families

A summary of what was said by UNICEF Spokesperson, James Elder, at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva

14 June 2025

Statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell on the children killed by the alarming escalation of violence in the Middle East

UNICEF: This weekend’s surge in violence across the Middle East signals a dangerous escalation, and children are once again paying the ultimate price.

27 May 2025

‘Unimaginable horrors’: more than 50,000 children reportedly killed or injured in the Gaza Strip

UNICEF: Two horrific attacks in a 72-hour period provide yet more evidence of the unconscionable cost of this ruthless war on children in the Gaza Strip.

1 May 2025

Children in Gaza deprived of lifesaving goods, services and care for two months

UNICEF: For two months, children in the Gaza Strip have faced relentless bombardments while being deprived of essential goods, services and lifesaving care.

Press release