The number of attacks on water supply facilities in conflict zones has tripled - UNICEF The number of attacks on water supply and sanitation systems in conflict zones has increased from less than 45 in 2021 to more than 135 in 2025. Such data is provided in the UNICEF report. The attacks deny people access to clean water, pose a threat to hospitals and are especially dangerous for children. In the Gaza Strip, more than 130 thousand meters of sewer networks have been destroyed since October 2023. "Aid workers are doing everything they can to keep the water flowing despite the increase in attacks. However, amendments cannot replace the protection of such sites designed in international humanitarian law," said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell. The organization called for the protection of water supply facilities and service workers in conflict zones.

The number of attacks on water supply facilities in conflict zones has tripled - UNICEF The number of attacks on water supply and sanitation systems in conflict zones has increased from less than 45 in 2021 to more than 135 in 2025. Such data is provided in the UNICEF report. The attacks deny people access to clean water, pose a threat to hospitals and are especially dangerous for children. In the Gaza Strip, more than 130 thousand meters of sewer networks have been destroyed since October 2023. "Aid workers are doing everything they can to keep the water flowing despite the increase in attacks. However, amendments cannot replace the protection of such sites designed in international humanitarian law," said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell. The organization called for the protection of water supply facilities and service workers in conflict zones.