Published on, Aug. 19 -- August 19, 2025 12:11 PM

The United Nations revealed that a record 383 aid workers lost their lives in 2024, with most deaths reported in Gaza and Sudan. These shocking figures marked a 31 percent increase compared to the previous year, raising global concerns. The UN stressed that most victims were local staff, who were either killed while performing their duties or attacked at home, making the situation even more alarming and tragic.

Moreover, the UN highlighted that state actors were the most frequent perpetrators of these attacks, intensifying criticism of governments involved in violent conflicts. Alongside the killings, 308 aid workers suffered injuries, 125 were kidnapped, and 45 were detained, showing th...