THE 10 MOST DANGEROUS COUNTRY IN 2013: If you’re reading this article, the world for you is probably a relatively safe place. As long as you don’t go out looking for trouble, you’ll usually get through the day unscathed. However, there are certain countries on this planet where security and safety elusive indeed. These places have danger lurking everywhere, waiting to attack you the moment you let your guard down. So which of them belong to the list of the most dangerous countries in the world in 2013? Here they are: 1. SYRIA: One of the most dangerous countries in the world in 2013 is Syria. Since the year 2011, the death toll caused by the civil conflict in this country has reached as much as 60,000. Such rate is considered a conservative estimate as no one can really figure out for sure. This is all due to the political freedom being severely repressed by the currently reigning President Bashar al Assad. His brutal efforts to silence those who are against him have led to countless executions, killings, and “disappearances,” all of which are done in secret. No one is safe – not children, women, let alone journalists. 2. IRAQ: The mere mention of “Iraq” instantly invokes the phrase “dangerous country.” The reputation of this country has become synonymous to terror and war. Despite the United States doing all it can to stabilize the conditions in Iraq, not much improvement can be seen. It might even be safe to say that the country is in a worse state than before. The death of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussain, whom the Americans hunted down with fervor, sparked more anger and strife. Today, the country is still in the grip of a seemingly endless conflict, merciless terrorists, and countless rebels. All these make Iraq the most dangerous country in the world. 3. SOMALIA: In a fantasy world, Somalia, with all its beauty, would have been the most idyllic travel destination. Yet, the real situation in this country is quite different. Ever since the 1990 civil war, the place has been conflict-ridden. The lack of a stable and genuine governmental system has given way to a kingdom ruled by militias, warlords, and even pirates. Drug trafficking, illegal fishing, piracy on the high seas, and other illicit activities are the norms in Somalia. 4. AFGHANISTAN: Afghanistan is also among the most dangerous countries in the world. Said to be the home of the infamous Al-Qaeda terrorist organization, Afghanistan packs a lot of dangers within its territory. If you find yourself on Afghanistan soil, you better be prepared to say your prayers after a second’s warning. Suicide bombers are fairly common, and you never know which individual in the vicinity is concealing enough explosives to wipe out the entire population. Adding to the increasing number of dangers is a constant battle raging between the local armed forces, backed up by NATO troops, and the Al Qaeda and Taliban forces. Imagine being caught in the crossfire. That would frighten any tourist into staying in his hometown forever. 5. SUDAN AND SOUTH SUDAN: Both found to the southern part of Egypt, South Sudan and Sudan are counted among the most dangerous countries in the world. The relationship between the two countries has been less than desirable for quite some time now. South Sudan is mostly a Christian country, while Sudan is an Islamic nation. The conflict stems from the latter’s persistent imposition of its rule over the former. While South Sudan recently became an independent country, the conflict still remains. It is not uncommon for violent clashes to erupt between the two, and on top of it all, clashes between tribes are also frequent. Plenty of foreigners who visit Sudan never make it back to their own country.
Posted on: Sun, 29 Sep 2013 16:13:30 +0000