The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) publishes the Global Peace Index (GPI) each year. 163 nations are ranked by the GPI according to how peaceful they are.
Twenty-four indicators are used to measure the absence of violence, the presence of a functioning government and the extent of militarization.
The indicators are divided into four groups: societal safety and security, militarization, international conflict, and domestic and human rights.
Here’s a list of the most dangerous nations according to the GPI:Â
8. Somalia
The American State Department advises against traveling to Somalia owing to armed conflict, the ongoing very high threat of terrorist attacks and kidnapping, and dangerous levels of violent crime.
Terrorist attacks are common in Somalia. Aden Adde International Airport, government officials and buildings, hotels, restaurants, foreigners and foreign interests, and UN staff are all potential targets. Hundreds of people have been killed or injured in recent incidents.
The risk of kidnapping is extremely high in Somalia. Puntland and Somaliland are included. Make certain that your movements are unpredictable. Shootings and grenade attacks have occurred in south-central Somalia’s residential neighborhoods and markets. Avoid violent zones and huge public gatherings.
7. Iraq
The seventh most unsafe nation in the world is Iraq, which ranks 157th on the Global Peace Index. This is mainly due to the ongoing unrest and violence in the country.
Numerous ongoing wars and the aftermath of the Iraq war have resulted in millions of people being displaced, thousands of civilians dying, and great human misery.
In addition, the corruption of the Iraqi government, among the worst in the world, contributes to the country’s instability.
6. Democratic Republic of the Congo
Violence and unrest have plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo for many years, and the situation is getting worse. There are numerous armed factions operating throughout the country, and the government is incredibly unstable.
In addition, there is a lot of poverty and inequality, which makes it easy for terrorist groups and criminal gangs to find new recruits.
The Democratic Republic of Congo is a risky place to live and will likely remain one of the riskiest countries in the world for a very long time.
5. South Sudan
In 2022, South Sudan is the most dangerous country in Africa. Since seceding from Sudan in 2011, the country has experienced unrest and civil war.
More than 2 million people have been displaced, and fighting has claimed the lives of more than 400,000 people. Life in South Sudan is challenging due to the many armed factions that populate the country.
In addition, the country’s infrastructure is in poor condition and access to essential services such as health care and education is limited.
4. Russia
Due to its high homicide rate and rising political unrest, Russia ranks as the fourth most dangerous nation in the world in 2022. In comparison to other nations, Russia has a high homicide rate, with 9.5 murders per 100,000 people.
This is most likely a result of Russia’s extreme levels of poverty and inequality, as well as the absence of the rule of law and pervasive corruption.
In addition, with increasingly frequent rallies and opposition activities, Russia is seeing rising political unrest. Future civic upheaval and greater violence may result from this.
3. Syria
A cruel civil war has been raging in Syria since 2011. The death toll is over 250,000 and there are now more than 7.6 million internally displaced people.
The nation’s health and education systems are in ruins, and the country’s infrastructure has been completely destroyed. Terrorist organizations such as ISIS, which have committed horrific atrocities against the population, have also gained popularity as a result of the fighting.
Syria’s proximity to Europe has also created an unprecedented refugee crisis. Due to the combination of these variables, Syria is the third most dangerous country on earth in 2022.
2. Yemen
In 2022, Yemen is the second-most deadly nation on earth. Since 2015, a civil war has been raging in the nation, and things have only gotten worse.
The conflict has claimed the lives of tens of thousands of people and forced millions more to flee their homes. Famine is pervasive, and basic services like healthcare and education are in short supply.
The war has also made the nation more hazardous for citizens by allowing terrorist organizations like Al-Qaeda and ISIS to establish a presence there.
1. Afghanistan
Ongoing violence and political turmoil make Afghanistan the most unsafe country in the world.
As a result of more than two decades of war, the country now has one of the lowest human development indices in the world. The ongoing conflict has also led to high levels of violence and insecurity, with civilians often bearing the brunt of these effects.
Corruption in the Afghan government has hampered the delivery of basic services and the development of the country’s infrastructure.
