The
latest Global Peace Index has named the world's most dangerous countries.
If
you are looking to move to another country, you may want to avoid these
countries. The Global Peace Index (GPI) is an annual report published by the
Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP).
The
GPI ranks 163 countries according to their level of peace. It uses 24
indicators to measure three dimensions of peace: the absence of violence, the
existence of a functioning government and the prevalence of war.
The
world's most dangerous countries to visit in 2023 have been revealed in the new
Travel Risk Map
The
most dangerous countries to visit in 2023 are Afghanistan, Central African
Republic, Iraq, Libya, Mali, Somalia, South Sudan, Syria, Ukraine and Yemen
according to the new Travel Risk Map, an interactive tool of the security experts
of International SOS developed.
The
map is used to predict the safest and, in turn, the safest countries in the
world to visit and has four levels in total covering national security risks,
health risks and disease impacts travel and housework.
These
indicators fall into four categories: security and national security, armed
conflict, international conflict, and national and human rights. International
SOS uses a number of criteria to assess how local conditions can affect the
safety and security of visitors.
These
include political threats (including terrorism, insurgency, political unrest
and war), social unrest (including sectarianism, communal and ethnic violence)
and internal crime, violence and petty crime. Other factors discussed include
transport infrastructure, security and emergency services and the threat of
natural disasters. It is possible to use the map to assess health risks and
road safety standards around the world.
Here
is a list of the main factors that are considered in the Global Peace Index:
•
Number of violent deaths
•
Impact of terrorism
•
Nuclear power
•
Peaceful atmosphere
•
Social Security
•
Internal conflict
•
International relations
List of Most Dangerous Countries in the World in 2023
•
Afghanistan
•
Yemen
•
Central African Republic
•
Democratic Republic of the Congo
•
Iraq
•
Russia
•
Somalia
•
South Sudan
•
Sudan
•
Syria
•
Ukraine
Let's take look at the most dangerous countries in the world
• Afghanistan
Afghanistan
is the most dangerous country in the world because of its conflict and
insecurity.
More
than two decades of war have devastated the country, leaving it with one of the
lowest human development rankings in the world. The ongoing conflict has also
led to widespread violence and instability, with civilians often bearing the
brunt.
The
Afghan government is also plagued by corruption, which makes it difficult to
provide basic services and improve the country's infrastructure.
• Yemen
Yemen
is now the second most dangerous country in the world. The country has been in
the middle of a civil war since 2015 and the situation is still getting worse.
Tens
of thousands of people have been killed in the conflict, and millions more have
fled. Basic services such as health care and education are scarce and hunger is
widespread.
The
war has also allowed terrorist groups such as Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State to
gain a foothold in the country, making it more dangerous for civilians.
• Central African Republic
Due
to the ongoing conflict and human crisis, the Central African Republic is one
of the most dangerous countries in the world. This country has been plagued by
violence and instability for years - and without end.
More
than half of the population is in need of humanitarian aid and millions have
been displaced by the conflict. The violence has also caused great suffering to
civilians, killing or injuring thousands of people, and killing or committing
other forms of violence.
Insecurity
means that people cannot go about their daily lives without fearing for their
safety, and those who have fled to other countries face an uncertain future.
• Democratic Republic of the
Congo
The
Democratic Republic of the Congo has been mired in violence and conflict for
years, and the situation is getting worse. The government is distrustful and
armed groups are operating throughout the country. There is also high poverty
and inequality, which makes it easy for criminals and terrorist groups to
recruit new members.
The
DRC is a dangerous place to live, and will likely remain one of the most
dangerous countries in the world for years to come.
• Iraq
Iraq
ranks 157th in the Global Peace Index, making it the seventh most dangerous
country in the world. This is because of the ongoing unrest and violence in the
country.
The
result of the war in Iraq, as well as the ongoing war, has displaced millions
of people, killed thousands of civilians and caused great suffering to mankind.
In
addition, Iraq's government has been ranked as one of the most corrupt in the
world, which also contributes to the country's instability.
• Russia
Russia
is the fourth most dangerous country in the world in 2023 due to high homicide
rates and growing political unrest. The homicide rate in Russia is high
compared to other countries, with about 9.5 murders per 100,000 people. This
may be due to the extreme poverty and inequality in Russia, as well as the lack
of rule of law and widespread corruption.
In
addition, Russia is facing increasing political problems, and protests and
opposition protests are becoming more frequent. This could lead to more
violence and civil unrest in the future.
• Somalia
Somalia
ranks 156th in the new Global Peace Index, making it the eighth most dangerous
country in the world.
Somalia
has faced serious challenges in recent years, including political instability,
insecurity and poverty. The humanitarian situation in Somalia is dire, with
more than 6 million people in need of assistance.
The
country has many terrorists, such as Al-Shabaab, who attack civilians.
The
Somali government has been working to improve the security situation in the
country and has made progress in recent years. However, more needs to be done
to make Somalia safe for civilians.
• South Sudan
South
Sudan is the fifth most dangerous country in the world in 2023. The country has
been plagued by violence and civil war since independence from Sudan in 2011.
More than 400,000 people have been killed in the conflict and more than 2
million people have fled.
South
Sudan is also home to many warring parties making it a difficult place to live.
Furthermore, the country's infrastructure is poor and basic services such as
health care and education are scarce.
• Sudan
Sudan
is one of the most dangerous countries in the world for many reasons. The
country has experienced years of violence and conflict, and the situation is
worsening. Civil war has raged in the country since 1983 and killed more than
two million people.
The
Sudanese government is also accused of carrying out massacres in the Darfur
region that have led to the displacement of millions of people.
In
addition, Sudan suffers from the problem of terrorist groups such as Al-Qaeda
and ISIS, which are responsible for many terrorist attacks in the country.
• Syria
Syria
has been mired in a devastating civil war since 2011. The death toll has
exceeded 250,000 and the number of displaced people has exceeded 7.6 million.
The
country's infrastructure has been damaged and its health and education systems
are crumbling. This conflict has also led to the fight against terrorists like
ISIS, who have brutally attacked civilians.
In
addition, Syria's proximity to Europe has created an unprecedented refugee
crisis. All these factors make Syria the third most dangerous country in the
world in 2023.
• Ukraine
In
2023, Ukraine is considered one of the most dangerous countries in the world,
due to the Russian invasion in February 2022. Russia's military presence in
Ukraine has led to violence and human rights abuses, contributing to the
country's 153rd ranking (out of 163 countries surveyed) on the Global Peace
Index.
This
is a big failure, because Ukraine was the 33rd most peaceful country before the
Russian invasion. At that time, the crime rate was low and citizens in general
felt at ease.
However,
with the Russian invasion and subsequent occupation of Crimea and eastern
Ukraine, the security situation in Ukraine deteriorated significantly.
The
Russian military has been involved in numerous human rights violations in
Ukraine, including torture, rape and murder.
The other four countries include areas (known as security risk zones) that are classified as "high risk to travel security".
•
DR Congo
•
Egypt
•
Nigeria
•
Pakistan
Safest Countries in the World
At
the other end of the spectrum, these 18 countries have been shown to pose
"unnecessary travel security risks" for travelers and are therefore
the safest countries to visit.
• Cape
Verde
• Denmark
• Finland
• Greenland
• Iceland
• Kiribati
• Liechtenstein
• Luxembourg
• Marshall
Islands
• Nauru
• Norway
• San
Marino
• Seychelles
• Slovenia
• Switzerland
• Turks
& Caicos Islands
• Tuvalu
Frequently Asked Questions on the most Dangerous Country in the World
What is the Most Violent Country
in the World?
The
most violent country in the world is currently Nigeria, according to data on
intentional homicides from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
(UNODC).
What is the Most Dangerous Country
in Europe?
The most dangerous countries in Europe are
Turkey, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro (according to data from
the Global Peace Index 2022). However, Europe remains the safest region in the
world.
How Dangerous is Europe?
Europe
is not particularly dangerous. Many countries in Europe (including Ireland,
Austria and Portugal) have high rankings in the global rankings for safety. In
fact, most European countries are very safe to visit and thousands of tourists
go there every year. Danger can appear in unexpected places, but knowing the
most dangerous countries in the world gives you a better chance of avoiding it.
What is the Strongest Country
in Europe?
Bradford,
UK has been named Europe's toughest city, according to 2022 crime data from
Numbeo. This takes into account the increase in crime in the last three years,
as well as theft, robbery and assault. Is
Europe Safe from War?
Europe
is still safe, despite the war in Ukraine, because the war is only on the
territory of Ukraine and no European country is involved.
Are European Countries
Safer than America?
Yes,
European countries are generally safer than America. Similarly, 13 of the
safest countries in the world are in Europe, while the United States ranks 126
in the new Global Peace Index. In addition, there is very little crime
committed with firearms in Europe, as firearms are well regulated.
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