Sanaa: The Intisaf Organization for Women and Child affirmed that Yemeni children remain among the groups most affected by the repercussions of the American-Saudi-Emirati aggression and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, and the catastrophic effects this has had on their fundamental rights to life, health, education, and protection.

According to Yemen News Agency, the organization issued a statement on the occasion of the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression. This day serves as a reminder to the international community of its responsibility to protect children who have been subjected to various forms of violations and suffering due to armed conflicts. The organization emphasized the need for children to enjoy their rights as guaranteed under international humanitarian law and the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

The statement highlighted that the latest humanitarian estimates indicate approximately 10.8 million Yemeni children require humanitarian assistance and protection. Additionally, more than 7 million children are facing increasing risks such as violence, exploitation, recruitment, and landmines. The education sector is also facing significant challenges, with around 4.5 million children out of school, putting the future of an entire generation at risk.

The report noted that nearly 500,000 children are at risk of severe acute malnutrition in 2026. Millions of children are also enduring the effects of poverty, food insecurity, and inadequate basic services. Intisaf Organization expressed deep concern over the ongoing suffering of Yemeni children and the long-term psychological, social, and health effects resulting from years of conflict.

Intisaf Organization called for intensified efforts to protect children from all forms of violations and to ensure unhindered access to humanitarian aid and essential services. The organization reiterated that children are among the groups most affected by the conflict, impacting their rights to education, health care, and a safe and dignified life.

The organization urged the international community and humanitarian and human rights organizations to fulfill their legal and moral responsibilities towards Yemeni children. It called for support in efforts to provide necessary protection and care, and to hold perpetrators of violations accountable under international law. The organization reaffirmed that protecting children is a humanitarian responsibility and a legal and moral obligation, requiring serious and effective action to ensure children a safe life and a better future away from the impacts of wars and conflicts.