The year 2023 saw 183 regional conflicts.

In 2023, the number of victims of conflict increased by 14% and the number of violent incidents increased by 28% compared to the previous year.

The Israel-Hamas conflict was one of the hottest conflicts of 2023. (Source: AFP)

According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), 183 regional conflicts occurred worldwide in 2023, a record high for a single year in the past 30 years.

The study's authors emphasize that the modern global conflict landscape is characterized by its intractability. Common causes include the activities of non-state armed groups, domestic terrorism, territorial disputes, and the climate crisis.

The International Committee of the Red Cross estimates that there are currently 459 armed groups whose activities pose a humanitarian concern.

According to the authors, the intensity of conflict is increasing over time. In 2023, the number of victims increased by 14% and the number of violent incidents increased by 28% compared to the previous year. This shows that, in many parts of the world, the need for humanitarian aid, stability, and reconstruction is becoming increasingly urgent.

Besides conflicts in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, the world is witnessing several other prominent issues, such as the continued tension between Russia and Georgia, the deteriorating situation between Algeria and Morocco, and escalating domestic terrorism in Pakistan.

The IISS emphasizes that the United Nations' influence in resolving conflicts is weakening due to internal tensions within the organization, clearly demonstrated by disagreements over the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

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