From 1998 to 2026, the Earth (world) has witnessed numerous large and small wars, resulting in famine, diseases, and an estimated 10-15 million deaths during the wars, along with approximately $100 trillion in damage.
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Over the past 2.5 decades, numerous wars and civil wars have been seen around the world, causing global military spending to rise from $800 billion in 1998 to $2.7 trillion in 2024 (according to SIPRI). The global military burden (as a share of GDP) has reached 2.5%, with expectations of further increases in 2025. During this period, in countries struggling with war, the spread of famine, chaos, diseases, and conflicts has led to 10-15 million deaths and approximately $100 trillion in damage.
Estimated Figures of Military and Civilian Deaths Worldwide from 1998 to 2026…
● Second Congo War (Democratic Republic of Congo) (1998–2003): Claims of 3.5-4 million deaths, most due to hunger and disease.
● Ethiopia-Eritrea War (Ethiopia and Eritrea) (1998–2000): Approximately 80,000–120,000 deaths, of which 70,000-100,000 were military.
● Kosovo War (Serbia/Kosovo) (1998–1999): 2,000 deaths, of which 1,000-1,500 were military.
● India-Pakistan Kargil War (1999): Claims of 1,000-2,000 deaths. Former Pakistani PM Nawaz Sharif claimed up to 4,000 deaths.
● Afghanistan War (Afghanistan) (2001–2021): Approximately 110,000–130,000 military (Afghan forces 69,000, Taliban 38,000, NATO/USA 7,400) and 40,000-70,000 civilian deaths claimed.
● Iraq War and Insurgency (Iraq) (2003–2011, then 2011–2018): Approximately 150,000 military and civilian deaths combined, and 60,000–70,000 (Iraqi forces 25,000, insurgents 35,000, NATO 4,800).
● Darfur Conflict (Sudan) (2003–ongoing): Approximately 300,000 deaths confirmed, of which 70-80% are claimed to be civilians.
● Boko Haram Insurgency (Nigeria and neighboring countries) (2009–ongoing): Approximately 350,000 deaths, with 60-70% claimed to be civilians.
● Syria Civil War (Syria) (2011–ongoing): Over 500,000 deaths, with more than 50% claimed to be civilians.
● Yemen Civil War (Yemen) (2014–ongoing): Out of 377,000 deaths, approximately 60% civilians killed.
● Russia-Ukraine War (Ukraine) (2014–ongoing, intensified from 2022): Approximately 300,000–400,000 military (Russian 250,000–350,000, Ukrainian 50,000–100,000) and 40,000-50,000 civilian deaths.
● Tigray Civil War (Ethiopia) (2020–2022): 60,000 deaths, of which 40,000-50,000 civilians.
● Myanmar Civil War (Myanmar) (2021–ongoing): 30,000-35,000 civilians and 15,000 military killed.
● Sudan Civil War (Sudan) (2023–ongoing): Approximately 30,000 deaths, of which 50-60% civilians.
● Israel-Hamas War (Gaza/Israel) (2023–ongoing): Estimates of approximately 100000 deaths, with 80% civilian deaths. Mostly in the Gaza Strip.
● America-Venezuela Conflict (Venezuela) (2025–2026): Reports of 5,000-7,000 deaths.In addition, countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Gulf countries, and African continent nations are continuously suffering from domestic violence, resulting in the deaths of lakhs of people.
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Over the past 2.5 decades, numerous wars and civil wars have been seen around the world, causing global military spending to rise from $745-798 billion in 1998 to $2.718 trillion in 2024 (according to SIPRI). The global military burden (as a share of GDP) has reached 2.5%, with expectations of further increases in 2025. During this period, in countries struggling with war, the spread of famine, chaos, diseases, and conflicts has led to 10-12 million deaths and approximately $100 trillion in damage.