'Women are among most vulnerable victims of wars and their consequences'

Women are among the most vulnerable during wars and suffer more from their consequences; without protecting their rights, it is impossible to build sustainable peace, president of the National Council for Human Rights, former Minister of Family and Population Affairs of Egypt (2009-2011) Moshira Khattab said during a panel discussion at the XII Global Baku Forum, Report informs.

She noted that this problem affects women in all parts of the world, regardless of region or cultural differences.

"Women suffer from the consequences of wars not only in the Middle East or in Europe in the past. This is a global challenge that requires respect for human rights based on international norms. Without ensuring women's rights, it is impossible to talk about a just and sustainable peace," Khattab added.