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UN Vetoes Fuel Global Conflicts, Harming Women and Children

3/30/2026

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The erosion of international law links to the United Nations Security Council, as permanent members' vetoes undermine the UN Charter.
The world now has the highest number of armed conflicts since World War II, paired with a democracy crisis.
Unchecked military actions driven by intolerance and power fuel a cycle of hatred and violence.
This cycle disproportionately harms women and children, increasing human costs.

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Story summary

The erosion of international law links to the United Nations Security Council, as permanent members' vetoes undermine the UN Charter.
The world now has the highest number of armed conflicts since World War II, paired with a democracy crisis.
Unchecked military actions driven by intolerance and power fuel a cycle of hatred and violence.
This cycle disproportionately harms women and children, increasing human costs.