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Save the Children Calls for Urgent Protection Amid Violence

3/2/2026

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Save the Children International urges immediate protection of children and civilian infrastructure amid escalating Middle East violence, noting over 100 children were killed in strikes on schools in Iran.
Inger Ashing, CEO of Save the Children International, says children should never be caught in conflict.
Janti Soeripto, President of Save the Children US, notes the long-term trauma children face and urges immediate cessation of hostilities.

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Save the Children International urges immediate protection of children and civilian infrastructure amid escalating Middle East violence, noting over 100 children were killed in strikes on schools in Iran.
Inger Ashing, CEO of Save the Children International, says children should never be caught in conflict.
Janti Soeripto, President of Save the Children US, notes the long-term trauma children face and urges immediate cessation of hostilities.