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UN Reports Alarming Rise in Attacks on Schools

9/10/2025

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UN Secretary-General António Guterres reported a 44% rise in attacks on schools in conflict zones, stressing the need to protect children's education rights.
Nigeria ranks fourth globally for education-related violations, with 2,436 verified incidents.
The UN documented over 41,000 violent incidents affecting school-age children, resulting in deaths and trauma.
Guterres highlighted a 34% increase in sexual violence against children and a 17% rise in other serious violations.
Over 420,000 children are currently attending school online due to conflicts, with one million using hybrid models.

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UN Secretary-General António Guterres reported a 44% rise in attacks on schools in conflict zones, stressing the need to protect children's education rights.
Nigeria ranks fourth globally for education-related violations, with 2,436 verified incidents.
The UN documented over 41,000 violent incidents affecting school-age children, resulting in deaths and trauma.
Guterres highlighted a 34% increase in sexual violence against children and a 17% rise in other serious violations.
Over 420,000 children are currently attending school online due to conflicts, with one million using hybrid models.