Global report Israel responsible for more than half of explosive deaths in 2025

More than half of all deaths caused by explosive weapons worldwide in 2025 were attributed to the Israeli military, particularly during its deadly war in the Gaza Strip, the Explosive Weapons Monitor said in its annual report, obtained by AFP on Thursday.

At least 22,600 civilians were killed or injured by explosive weapons in 65 countries in 2025, according to the Monitor, which comprises dozens of NGOs around the world that document the damage in cities and populated areas caused by bombings, drone attacks, anti-personnel mines, and cluster munitions.

The War on Gaza

The Monitor noted that “56% of all recorded deaths worldwide are attributed to the Israeli armed forces,” particularly during its war in the Gaza Strip.

Despite a ceasefire declared on October 10, 2025, the Palestinian territory continues to be subjected to almost daily Israeli airstrikes.