Armed conflicts hit post-WWII record in 2023
Al JazeeraJUN 2024
Report: 2023 Sees Most Armed Conflicts Since End of World War II
Above: Aid for refugees at a WFP food distribution point on April 22, 2024 in Adre, Chad. Image copyright: Dan Kitwood/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
Coinciding with this report, the Global Peace Index 2024 was released, showing that the world economic impact of war and conflict was $19.1T last year, while only $49.6B was spent on peacebuilding and peacekeeping, representing less than 0.6% of total military spending. The world isn't doing enough to bring about peace.
Narrative B
Contrary to popular belief, the world has become increasingly violent. With the last three years having seen a record number of conflicts and deaths than at any time in the previous 30 years, it is becoming increasingly difficult for governments, NGOs, and international organizations to provide support to people in need.