Over half of civilian deaths from explosive weapons attributed to Israeli military in 2025: monitor (opens original article in a new tab)

A report states that over half of civilian deaths from explosive weapons in 2025 were attributed to the Israeli military, with a 21% decrease in total civilian deaths compared to 2024 due to ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon.

• Over 22,600 civilians were killed by explosive weapons in 65 countries in 2025.
• 56% of recorded civilian deaths were attributed to the Israeli armed forces.
• State armed forces were responsible for 85% of incidents causing civilian harm or damage.