UNICEF chief voices concern over child fatalities in Middle East conflict

UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell has appealed for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in the Middle East, saying children always bear the brunt of conflicts. Reports filed by relevant nations to the agency have found that more than 220 children in Iran and at least 177 children in Lebanon have died since the US-Israeli military operations began two months ago.

Russell also referred to skyrocketing fuel prices as a result of the Iran conflict. She noted that fuel prices have a direct impact on UNICEF's ability as it transports massive amounts of supplies, including vaccines, to children across the globe.