Dhaka, June 16 -- Drought, extreme heat and heatwaves have emerged as the most widespread combination of climate-related hazards threatening millions of children around the world, according to a newly released report by the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF).

The Children's Climate Risk Report 2026 found that approximately 1.1 billion children are currently exposed to at least three overlapping climate hazards, putting their health, education and overall wellbeing at risk.

"The lives of children continue to be upended by the impact of heatwaves, wildfires, droughts and floods," said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell. "Half of the world's children are now living with at least three overlapping climate threats shaping their daily lives...