As the UK presidency of the UN Security Council begins today, Britain should work with partners to redouble efforts to tackle conflict-related crises around the world.

Since 2010, the equivalent of 25 children a day have been killed or severely injured in conflict. The UK and others must act to protect children in war zones.

The government’s updated approach to the protection of civilians in conflict is an important win for children living in conflict.

The recent decision to resume arm sales to Saudi Arabia undermines the UK government’s important work on Yemen.

Taking action to right the wrongs in new UN report on children and armed conflict is the first step in protecting children and standing up for the UN’s values.