LONDON - In June 2023, Action on Armed Violence recorded 2,671 deaths and injuries from 537 incidents of explosive violence around the world, as reported in English-language media. Civilians accounted for 67% (1,798) of the deaths and injuries recorded.
When explosive weapons were used in populated areas, 92% (1,706) of the casualties were civilians, compared to 11% (92) in other areas.
At least one death or injury from the use of explosive weapons was recorded in 23 countries and territories in June 2023. The five most affected countries and territories in terms of civilian casualties from the use of explosive weapons were Ukraine (809 civilian casualties), Sudan (369), Syria (152), Myanmar (139), and Somalia (63).
