Civilian casualties of explosive weapons at highest level in more than a decade
Briefly

“2024 has been a catastrophic year for civilians caught in explosive violence, particularly in Gaza, Ukraine, and Lebanon. The international community cannot ignore the scale of harm caused.”
“61,353 non-combatants had been killed or wounded during 2024, an increase of 67% on last year, previously the largest amount it had counted since it began its survey in 2010.”
“The number of civilians reported as killed globally was up by 51% to 25,116, while the number reported as injured was 81% higher at 36,237.”
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