World War
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Here’s a detailed overview of the most prominent wars and conflicts currently affecting the world in 2025: 1. Israel–Hamas War (Gaza Conflict) Start Date: October 7, 2023 Current Status: Ongoing, with severe humanitarian crises Key Events: Over 48,000 Palestinians have been killed, and Gaza's infrastructure is largely destroyed. Israel continues military operations, while international calls for ceasefire persist. Regional impact: Escalation with Hezbollah in Lebanon and possible Iranian involvement. Global Effects: Increased oil prices, diplomatic tensions, and rising regional instability. 2. Russia–Ukraine War Start Date: February 24, 2022 Current Status: Russia continues to push offensives, Ukraine defends with Western support. Key Events: Heavy fighting in eastern Ukraine (Donetsk, Luhansk, Kharkiv). Ukraine faces military aid shortages due to shifting global priorities. Russia has long-term plans to continue the war until at least 2026. Global Effects: Energy crises, food security threats, NATO tensions. 3. Sudan Civil War Start Date: April 2023 Current Status: Ongoing conflict between Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Key Events: Over 15,000 deaths, with 12 million displaced. Khartoum and Darfur regions face some of the worst violence. Mass humanitarian crisis as food shortages worsen. Global Effects: Refugee crisis affecting neighboring African nations. 4. Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)–Rwanda Conflict Start Date: 2022 Current Status: M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, continue fighting against the DRC government. Key Events: M23 rebels captured key areas near Goma and Bukavu in late 2024. African Union and UN peacekeeping forces struggle to maintain stability. Global Effects: Worsening conditions for displaced populations in Central Africa. 5. Yemen Conflict & Houthi Attacks Start Date: Ongoing since 2014 Current Status: Yemen's Houthi rebels continue military operations, targeting Red Sea shipping lanes. Key Events: U.S. and UK launched airstrikes against Houthi positions in early 2025. Iran is accused of backing the Houthis, escalating regional tensions. Global Effects: Disruptions in global trade, oil supply threats. 6. Myanmar Civil War Start Date: 2021 (After military coup) Current Status: Rebel ethnic groups continue fighting against the military government. Key Events: Armed resistance movements control significant rural territories. Myanmar's economy collapses as international sanctions increase. Global Effects: Southeast Asia faces instability, refugee movements rise. Global Economic & Political Impacts of War Gold prices hit a record $3,000 per ounce due to global instability. Oil prices fluctuate due to conflicts in the Middle East. Diplomatic tensions rise, with the U.S., China, and Russia deeply involved in these conflicts.