Balanced News: Repel intensifying attacks on schools, urges Guterres

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for increased protection for schools and teachers worldwide, as attacks on educational institutions and hospitals have surged. Guterres emphasized the importance of education as a fundamental human right and a pathway to a more peaceful world. A report by the UN chief revealed a 112% increase in attacks on schools and hospitals in 2022, with Afghanistan, Ukraine, Burkina Faso, Israel, Palestine, Myanmar, and Mali identified as hotspots. The UN refugee agency reported a 50% increase in the number of school-aged refugees globally, reaching 14.8 million, primarily due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.