"Global Education Crisis Escalates: Attacks on Schools and Students Reach Alarming Highs A shocking new report reveals that the number of attacks on education worldwide has skyrocketed, with at least 8,500 incidents occurring between 2024 and 2025. This staggering increase of over 40% marks a disturbing trend, highlighting the growing vulnerability of schools and students in conflict zones and areas of social unrest. The report, Education Under Attack 2026, paints a bleak picture of a global education system under siege, with far-reaching consequences for the future of learning and human development. As governments and international organizations grapple with the crisis, the question remains: what measures can be taken to protect the world's most vulnerable students and ensure their right to education?"
(New York) – At least 8,500 attacks on education took place globally in 2024-2025, a more than 40 percent increase from the previous two-year period, according to Education Under Attack 2026, released ...
