Conflict-related sexual violence has seen a sharp rise and is being used as a "tactic of war, torture, terrorism and political oppression," a U.N. special representative has said, calling on Japan and other nations to continue funding and supporting victims.Pramila Patten, special representative of the secretary general on sexual violence in conflict, said in a recent interview with Kyodo News that the United Nations' support framework is at a "critical time" due to reduced funding from the United States and other major donors.Conflict-related sexual violence includes rape, sexual slavery, …READ FULL ARTICLE
