List of safest countries to be in if W
Joint strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran killed Supreme Leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering retaliatory attacks and raising fears of a broader war.
Violence escalated on Sunday (1 March), with casualties rising and global tensions intensifying.
The attacks also sparked economic concerns and worldwide debate over which countries might be safest if a world war erupted.
Experts point to political neutrality, low militarisation, and geographic isolation as key safety factors.
The Institute for Economics & Peace notes that the most peaceful nations have strong institutions and
limited conflict involvement, though no country would be untouched in a global war.
Antarctica, with no permanent population, is considered unlikely to be involved.
Iceland, ranked first on the 2025 Global Peace Index, is cited for minimal militarisation and stability.
New Zealand, Tuvalu, Argentina, Switzerland, Bhutan, Chile, Fiji, and South Africa are also mentioned for isolation, neutrality, or resource strength.
Experts stress that safety is relative, as fallout and economic disruption could reach even the most remote nations.
Meanwhile, a 4.3 magnitude earthquake in Gerash was confirmed as a natural tectonic event.
