Spike in Civilian Deaths in 2022

The year 2022 saw a dramatic increase in civilian deaths, with a total of 8,384 reported. This number represents the highest annual death toll throughout the observed period, highlighting a significant escalation in the conflict's intensity compared to previous years.

Decrease in Civilian Deaths in 2023

Civilian deaths decreased to 1,957 in 2023, indicating a reduction in conflict intensity or effectiveness of measures to protect civilians. Despite this decrease, the figure remains significantly higher than the years preceding 2022.

Early 2024 Reports

The initial weeks of 2024 recorded 241 civilian deaths from Jan 1 to Feb 15. This pace suggests a potential decrease in civilian casualties compared to the full-year figures of 2023 if the trend continues.

Comparison with the Conflict's Early Years

The period from Apr 14-Dec 31, 2014, marked the early stages of the conflict with 2,084 civilian deaths, indicating a high initial death toll. This period set a precedent for the conflict's potential for high civilian casualties.

Steady Increase Leading to 2022 Peak

Observing the years 2015 to 2021, there was a general fluctuation in civilian deaths, with the lowest recorded in 2020 and 2021 (26 and 25, respectively) before the sharp increase in 2022.

Overall Death Toll

From the beginning of the conflict in April 2014 through to Feb 15, 2024, a total of 15,975 civilian deaths were recorded, underscoring the severe human cost of the ongoing conflict.

Yearly Trends in Civilian Deaths

Post- 2014, a significant year due to the conflict's outset, civilian deaths peaked again in 2015 with 954 deaths before a notable decline and subsequent increase leading up to 2022. These fluctuations reflect varying intensities and phases within the conflict.