From Time Magzine:(UNITED NATIONS) — The number of conflicts in which child soldiers were involved dropped sharply from 27 in 2004 to 17 at the end of last year, according to a report by the Coalition to Stop the Use of Child Soldiers.
Despite the decline, the report said tens of thousands of children remain in the ranks of militias and other armed groups in at least 24 countries. It accused Burma of being the most persistent offender.
The report, released Tuesday, also said the number of governments that use children to fight fell only slightly from 10 in 2001-2004 to nine in 2004-2007.
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Other News Reports:
For Tens Of Thousands Of Child Soldiers, A Short And Brutal Life -- Common Dreams
Conflicts using child soldiers drops -- Gulf News
Burma Continues to Recruit Child Soldiers -- Abitsu
Child soldier use persists despite global efforts: report -- National Post
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