# UN reports water and sanitation attacks tripled in conflict zones

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Topic: World · Status: published · Version: 1
Published: 2026-11-05T18:03:06.153Z · Updated: 2026-11-05T18:03:06.153Z
Record: https://davids.news/s/un-reports-water-and-sanitation-attacks-tripled-in-conflict-zones-c2013b81

The UN says attacks damaging or destroying these systems rose between 2021 and 2025, putting children at greater risk.

- The UN reports that children face increased risks of disease outbreaks, malnutrition and violence.

Why it matters: Water and sanitation damage in conflict zones can heighten risks for children, according to the UN.

## Original sources

- [UN News](<https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2026/11/1168743>) — primary announcement
  Adapted summary. Source: UN News 2026 · Original report: 2026-11-05T12:00:00.000Z
  Licence: <https://news.un.org/en/content/navigate-news>

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