A record 383 humanitarian workers were killed in 2024, nearly half in Gaza, UN says
Summary
In 2024, 383 humanitarian workers were killed in global conflict zones, with nearly half of these deaths occurring in Gaza due to the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The United Nations highlighted the rise in violence against aid workers, calling for better protection and accountability for those involved in such attacks.Key Facts
- A total of 383 aid workers were killed worldwide in 2024.
- Nearly half of these killings happened in Gaza amid the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
- The number of aid worker deaths increased from 293 in 2023 to 383 in 2024.
- Most of the victims were local staff working in their own communities.
- There were 599 major attacks on aid workers in 2023, which rose from 420 in 2023.
- One of the deadliest incidents this year was in Rafah, Gaza, where 15 medics were killed.
- The highest number of major attacks occurred in the Palestinian territories, followed by Sudan.
- Violence against aid workers rose in 21 countries in 2024, with government forces often responsible.
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