News theme: Emergency

Platon is one of the many children forced to flee his home because of the terrifying crisis in Ukraine.

• Stories

As a new phase of violent conflict began today in Ukraine, War Child is deeply concerned for the welfare of 7.5 million children – who are at grave risk of death, injury, mental distress, and displacement following an increased escalation in hostilities.

• Statement

Coronavirus is creating a children’s emergency, dragging alarming numbers of boys and girls into poverty and child labour in conflict-affected countries.

• Press release