WASHINGTON, Oct 28 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday urged governments to strengthen women's participation in peace negotiations, restore funding for women-led organisations and ensure accountability for gender-based violence, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
World : UN Chief Urges Greater Role For Women In Peace Processes As Conflicts, Sexual Violence Rise
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UN Chief Antonio Guterres urges greater women involvement in peace processes amid rising conflicts and sexual violence.
- Guterres called for stronger women participation in peace negotiations and funding for women-led groups.
- He highlighted the rise in conflict-related sexual violence, with over 9,700 verified cases last year.
- Conflicts in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan, and Myanmar have increased risks for women and girls.
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