UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell informed on April 3, 2023, on Twitter, that at least 501 children were killed since the beginning of the full-scale aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine, and almost 1,000 children have been injured.
Source: UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell
“Another tragic milestone for Ukraine’s children and families. Since the escalation of the war in February 2022, at least 501 children have been killed. This is just the UN verified number. The real figure is likely far higher, and the toll on families affected is unimaginable,” tweeted Catherine Russell.
UNICEF Executive Director emphasized that children and families in Ukraine are paying the highest price for the brutal war.
“Almost 1K children have been injured, leaving them with wounds and scars – both visible and invisible – that could last for life,” added Catherine Russell.
UNICEF Executive Director also reported that UNICEF provides assistance to Ukrainian children, including psychosocial care and support.
See also: More than 9,600 civilians were killed in Ukraine, including 461 children during the year of war
