Kuwait: An international conference spotlight the tragic plight of Palestinian children under Israeli occupation got underway in Kuwait.
The Amir of Kuwait Shaikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah attended the opening session, along with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Abul Gheit and other senior officials and high-level delegates.
President Abbas gave the opening address, shedding light on the tragic conditions of Palestinian children who live under the brutal Israeli occupation.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmad Abul-Gheit also delivered a speech condemning the Israeli occupation which denies Palestinian children their basic inalienable rights.
“Just like other children across the world, Palestinian children want to live a normal life, have a bright future and enjoy basic childhood rights”, he said.
Citing international reports, he said that up to 700 Palestinian children, aged between 12 and 17, are facing trial at Israeli military courts.
Last year, 380 Palestinian children under 18 years old were arrested and jailed in Israeli prisons.