India, Feb. 23 -- Gender-based violence, including conflict-related sexual violence and human trafficking, has surged: UN Women

In 2024, the dire aftermath of Russia's prolonged conflict in Ukraine continues to unfold, with over 8 million women and girls requiring urgent humanitarian assistance, a statement from United Nations Women warned on February 22, 2024.

This two-year span of relentless warfare has exacted a devastating toll, claiming thousands of lives, ravaging infrastructure, displacing millions and inflicting deep trauma across generations, the statement said. Amidst this chaos, women and girls bear a disproportionate burden, facing heightened risks and challenges.

Since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion, the toll on...