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Ban Ki-moon Addresses Security Council on the Need to Protect Children in Conflict Zones

Benita OrumabyBenita Oruma
June 28, 2024
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Ban Ki-moon Addresses Security Council on the Need to Protect Children in Conflict Zones
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In a powerful address at the United Nations headquarters in New York, former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on Member States, including the Permanent Members of the Security Council, to take decisive action to create a safer and more secure future for the world’s children. Speaking in his role as deputy chair of The Elders an organization of independent global leaders founded by Nelson Mandela.

Ban Ki-moon highlighted the urgent need to protect children from the horrors of armed conflict and ensure accountability for those who perpetrate crimes against them. His plea followed a harrowing testimony from a former child soldier, underscoring the severe impact of conflict on the youngest and most vulnerable members of society.

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  • Testimonies and the Reality of Child Soldiers
  • The Urgency of Addressing Violations
  • Specific Cases and the Broader Implications
  • Personal Reflections and Historical Context
  • Why It Matters
  • Bottom Line

Testimonies and the Reality of Child Soldiers

Ban Ki-moon’s address followed a poignant testimony from a former child soldier from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), who shared his traumatic experiences of abduction and forced conscription into an armed group. Highlighting the gravity of the issue, Ban emphasized that those who commit crimes against children must not go unpunished.

Ban Ki-moon underscored The Elders’ mission, which is rooted in the protection of innocent lives, particularly children caught in armed conflict. He described it as a universal moral obligation to shield these vulnerable individuals from harm and exploitation.

The Urgency of Addressing Violations

Praising the work of the UN’s special representative and the latest report on children in armed conflict, Ban Ki-moon noted the alarming statistics from 2023. He expressed his shock and outrage over a 21% increase in grave violations against children and a 35% rise in their killing and maiming. These figures reflect a blatant disregard for international law by both state and non-state actors, perpetuating a culture of impunity.

Specific Cases and the Broader Implications

To illustrate the scale of the crisis, Ban mentioned the UN’s verification of over 8,000 grave violations against 4,247 Palestinian children and 113 Israeli children in 2023. He stressed that accountability should be universal, irrespective of whether the perpetrators are states or armed groups.

Personal Reflections and Historical Context

Drawing on his own experiences from the Korean War, Ban Ki-moon reflected on the profound trauma that conflicts inflict on children, which statistics alone cannot capture. He recalled fleeing his burning village and the lasting impact of witnessing death and destruction firsthand.

Why It Matters

The call to protect children in armed conflicts is not just a moral imperative but a necessity for the future of humanity. The increasing violations against children highlight a critical failure in upholding international law and protecting the most vulnerable. Addressing these issues is essential for achieving global peace, justice, and sustainable development.

Bottom Line

Ban Ki-moon’s address to the UN Security Council serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need to end impunity for crimes against children and to take concerted action to safeguard their futures. The testimonies and statistics underscore the severe and widespread nature of this issue, calling for immediate and sustained international effort.

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Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma

Benita Oruma is a lawyer in training, a 400 level student in the university of Ibadan. She is a content writer with interest in corporate affairs and the marketplace.

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