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UN Security Council adopts Greek-led resolution to protect children from digital risks in conflicts
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously adopted Resolution 2832 (2026), a Greek-led initiative designed to protect children in armed conflicts from the risks posed by digital technologies. The resolution, which received 15 votes in favor, addresses how digital platforms can be used to facilitate grave violations against children, including recruitment through social media, sexual violence, and attacks on schools and hospitals.
During the negotiations, the United States expressed reservations regarding the role of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, with US representative Jeffrey Bartos arguing that expanding the office's mandate would only increase bureaucracy without improving protection.
The resolution calls on member states to strengthen their commitment to international law and urges partnerships with technology companies to mitigate the exposure of children in conflict zones to harmful digital content.
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Aglaia Baltas · Greece · UNESCO · UNICEF · United Nations Security Council
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The resolution addresses violations including recruitment via social media, sexual violence, and attacks on schools and hospitals. alsabaah.ly
- [● 4 SOURCES] The resolution aims to protect children in armed conflicts from violations facilitated by digital technologies. www.greeknewsusa.com · almanartv.com.lb · www.ertnews.gr · www.iefimerida.gr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The US representative stated that expanding the role of the Office of the Special Representative leads to a bureaucratic apparatus that has failed to perform its duties. almanartv.com.lb
- [● 4 SOURCES] The UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2832 (2026). www.greeknewsusa.com · almanartv.com.lb · www.ertnews.gr · www.iefimerida.gr
- [● 4 SOURCES] The resolution was presented by Greece. www.greeknewsusa.com · almanartv.com.lb · www.ertnews.gr · www.iefimerida.gr
- [● 4 SOURCES] The resolution received 15 votes in favor. www.greeknewsusa.com · almanartv.com.lb · www.ertnews.gr · www.iefimerida.gr