‘Unprecedented’ scale of human devastation in 2023, says Red Cross

The desperate situation brought about by conflict, earthquakes and floods across various parts of the globe can leave 'deep trauma and psychological impacts on those affected'

Destroyed farms and buildings in the Gaza Strip as seen from southern Israel (Leo Correa/AP)

An aid worker has described the “unprecedented scale” of human devastation in 2023 as he warned of the “intense trauma” likely to impact victims in Gaza for decades to come.

The Red Cross has launched four separate emergency appeals this year, as well as continuing its work to support those affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine.