Gaza remains deadliest for aid workers
In 2025, there was a record surge in violence against humanitarian workers, with the United Nations recording the deaths of 350 workers worldwide, despite a slight decrease in the number of fatalities compared to the previous year. The losses did not end there; 322 workers were injured, and another 235 were kidnapped. The Gaza Strip remains the most dangerous area, where 186 workers were killed during the year, making it the most lethal environment for humanitarian staff for the third consecutive year. Additionally, this year saw the deaths of 82 people, 97 injuries, and 39 kidnappings, with an escalation in drone attacks, especially in Sudan and Ukraine. These drone strikes accounted for 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan during the first four months of 2026. The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations called for increased protection for humanitarian workers, emphasizing that the high number of victims is unacceptable and that international humanitarian law must be supported.
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