The tragedy of children in the "hell on earth" Syria
(Baonghean.vn) - The massive, fierce bombardment attacks that lasted for 5 consecutive days at the end of February 2018 in Eastern Ghouta - the most fiercely fought area in Syria - turned this place into "hell" with the most haunting and horrifying scenes. Among them, children were the victims who suffered the most painful consequences.
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According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, at least 121 children have been killed in fighting in Eastern Ghouta, a suburb of the capital Damascus. Many of the children were lucky enough to be taken to hospital for emergency treatment. Photo: AFP |
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In the past week alone, more than 520 innocent people have been killed, including at least 150 children. Photo: Internet |
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According to the United Nations Children's Fund, up to 80% of children in Syria are affected by the war. Photo: Internet |
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The eyes filled with fear of a child in Syria. Photo: Internet |
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Many children are victims of the fierce fighting in Eastern Ghouta. Photo: Internet |
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One in three children in Syria are exposed to violence from birth. Photo: Internet |
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Two twin babies are crying miserably after an airstrike carried out by government troops. Photo: Internet |
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On February 24 alone, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights estimated that at least 29 civilians were killed in Eastern Ghouta, including many children. Photo: EPA |
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A nurse takes care of an injured baby in Eastern Ghouta. Photo: Internet |
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Children are being cared for at medical facilities. Photo: Internet |
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The bloody face of a child in Syria. Photo: Internet |
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“There are probably more deaths. We can’t count the bodies because warplanes are still bombing the sky,” Siraj Mahmoud, a spokesman for the White Helmets, told Reuters. Photo: AP |
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Many lucky survivors or those who were only injured are still hiding in underground bunkers, but are facing a lack of electricity, water and food. Photo: AP |
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Doctors are working almost day and night to treat patients. Doctors Without Borders said at least 13 of its medical facilities have been damaged in attacks since February 18, making rescue efforts difficult. Many people have died because they could not receive timely treatment, including many children. Photo: EPA |
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“There are 10 to 20 airstrikes every minute. I treat one person, but one or two days later they come back with another wound. Where is the UN?” said Dr. Bassam, who works in Eastern Ghouta. Photo: EPA |
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As humanitarian aid forces struggle to reach the fighting in Eastern Ghouta, medical supplies for the wounded are running low and food is becoming unaffordable for most people. Photo: Getty |
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“I am waiting for my son to die. At least after death he will no longer suffer. He will go to heaven. At least in heaven he will have something to eat!”, a Syrian mother said in pain next to her son being treated in hospital. Photo: EPA |