As the briefers have substantiated once again today, the vile crime of sexual...

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As the briefers have substantiated once again today, the vile crime of sexual violence in armed conflict is a growing phenomenon. Women, girls, men and boys are all targeted, but women bear the brunt of sexual atrocities in wars and armed conflicts. They are harassed, molested, raped, maimed and disabled.

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

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