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Statement by Anthony Lake, Unicef Executive Director, on attack in Garowe, Somalia
“The horrific attack on our Unicef colleagues today in northern Somalia is an assault not only on them but on the people they served.“
“Our immediate thoughts are with the families of the four staff members who were killed and with those who were injured. All of us at Unicef are deeply saddened, and deeply angered.
“Our colleagues dedicated their lives to working for the children of Somalia. They are not victims. They and those who were wounded are heroes. We mourn their loss and hope for the full recovery of the injured.
“Our continuing work for the most vulnerable children and their families in Somalia will be a fitting tribute to those we have lost.”
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For further information please contact the Unicef UK Press Office on +44 (0)20 7375 6030 or media@unicef.org.uk
About Unicef
Unicef is the world’s leading organisation for children, promoting the rights and wellbeing of every child, in everything we do. Together with our partners, we work in 190 countries and territories to translate that commitment into practical action, focusing special effort on reaching the most vulnerable and excluded children, to the benefit of all children, everywhere.
Unicef UK raises funds to protect children in danger, transform their lives and build a safer world for tomorrow’s children. As a registered charity we raise funds through donations from individuals, organisations and companies and we lobby and campaign to keep children safe. Unicef UK also runs programmes in schools, hospitals and with local authorities in the UK. For more information please visit unicef.org.uk
