CAUSE
One question. One truth.
“Why is migration increasing globally?”
Violent conflicts and political instability are the primary drivers of increased global migration. In 2025, 59 active state-based conflicts—the highest number since World War II—displaced tens of millions, sustaining high levels of forced migration.
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By mid-2025, over 117 million individuals were forcibly displaced due to conflicts, including those in Gaza, Sudan, Yemen, and Ukraine. These conflicts exacerbate irregular migration amid cuts of up to 40% to humanitarian aid.
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