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Middle East Conflict Displaces Millions, Kills Thousands of Children

4/4/2026

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The war in the Middle East has killed more than 340 children and displaced millions.
In Lebanon, more than 1.1 million people, including 400,000 children, have fled Israeli bombings.
In Gaza, more than 20,000 children have been killed since the escalation.
Human Rights Watch condemns Iran's military recruitment of child soldiers.
The conflict has disrupted education, leaving millions of children without schooling.

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Story summary

The war in the Middle East has killed more than 340 children and displaced millions.
In Lebanon, more than 1.1 million people, including 400,000 children, have fled Israeli bombings.
In Gaza, more than 20,000 children have been killed since the escalation.
Human Rights Watch condemns Iran's military recruitment of child soldiers.
The conflict has disrupted education, leaving millions of children without schooling.