Which Nation Leads the World in Gun Deaths at 56.8 Per 100,000 People?

Countries like Singapore, Japan, and South Korea exemplify low gun violence death rates, contrasting starkly with nations such as the United States that suffer significantly higher rates.

The Small Arms Survey found that in many countries with high gun violence, there are over 30 civilian-owned firearms for every 100 people, highlighting a correlation between ownership and violence.

In the United States, civilian gun ownership is a constitutional right, with an estimated 393.3 million firearms, indicating the unique relationship between gun availability and violent death rates.

Washington D.C. shows alarming gun violence rates, jumping to 13.93 per 100,000, which situates it among some of the most violent regions globally, emphasizing the need for policy evaluation.

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