Global Displacement Crisis Set to Surge by 6.7 Million People Amid Conflicts and Drastic Funding Cuts
The global displacement crisis is projected to surge by 6.7 million people over the next two years, driven by conflict and aid cuts.
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has released its Global Displacement Forecast Report 2025, predicting a staggering increase in forced displacements due to ongoing conflicts and civilian attacks, Reliefweb.com reported. The report estimates that 6.7 million people will be displaced over the next two years, with 4.2 million expected in 2025 alone—the highest forecast since 2021. An additional 2.5 million are anticipated to flee in 2026.
Sudan, identified as the world’s most urgent humanitarian crisis, will account for nearly a third of these new displacements. By the end of 2026, another 2.1 million people in Sudan will be displaced, adding to the 12.6 million already affected. Other significant hotspots include Afghanistan, Myanmar, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The DRC’s analysis highlights the severe impact of drastic funding cuts from major donors like the U.S., which has terminated 83% of USAID contracts. This withdrawal could leave 57 million people without critical humanitarian aid.
Amid rising displacement and increasing humanitarian needs, DRC Secretary General Charlotte Slente emphasized the moral failure of wealthy nations, stating, “Millions are facing starvation and displacement… it’s a betrayal of the most vulnerable.” The report calls for urgent international action to address this escalating crisis and protect civilians.
