The involvement of children in armed conflict

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The International Committee of the Red Cross is deeply concerned about the increasing number of children recruited or volunteering to take part in hostilities throughout the world. Such children are exposed to the worst dangers and the most horrible suffering, both psychological and physical. What is more, they are easily manipulated and encouraged to commit grievous acts which they are often unable to comprehend.

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The involvement of children in armed conflict

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The involvement of children in armed conflict author: Joël Mermet, Stéphane Jeannet

Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child concerning involvement of children in armed conflicts author:

The ICRC looks to the future author:

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The involvement of children in armed conflict author: Joël Mermet, Stéphane Jeannet

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