A slew of new conflicts could erupt in 2024, analysts say — while the world is watching Gaza and Ukraine
With the world’s eyes on the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, an unprecedented number of potentially “catastrophic” conflicts are going under the radar, analysts say.
With the eyes of the world on the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, an unprecedented number of potentially “catastrophic” conflicts are going under the radar, analysts have warned.
The International Rescue Committee earlier this month released its emergency watchlist for 2024, documenting the 20 countries at the greatest risk of security deterioration. These countries account for around 10% of the world’s population but around 70% of its displaced persons, along with approximately 86% of global humanitarian need.
The U.N. estimated in October that more than 114 million people were displaced by war and conflict worldwide. That figure is now likely higher.
IRC President and CEO David Miliband said that for many of the people his organization serves, this is the “worst of times,” as exposure to climate risk, impunity in an ever-growing number of conflict zones and spiraling public debt collide with “diminishing international support.”
“The headlines today are rightly dominated by the crisis in Gaza. There is good reason for that — it is currently the most dangerous place in the world to be a civilian,” Miliband said.
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