Africa: Statement By Unicef Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa, Etleva Kadilli, On the Impact On Children As Fighting Intensifies in Northern Ethiopia
Nairobi — “UNICEF is deeply concerned by the escalation of hostilities in northern Ethiopia and the impact on children and their families. “UNICEF is aware of reports of children being injured or killed, and residential areas and public facilities damaged. “UNICEF urges all parties to exercise restraint, protect children from harm and safeguard civilian infrastructure….