In today's debate, my delegation would like to call attention to three very s...

Extract:

In today's debate, my delegation would like to call attention to three very special situations concerning the protection of civilians: first, the use of cluster bombs and explosives in urban centres; secondly, the severe impact of conflicts on the elderly, women and persons with disabilities, but especially children; and, thirdly, attacks against medical facilities and personnel and humanitarian personnel.

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

Protection

Disarmament

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