Global Witness Report: 124 Environmental Defenders Murdered in 2025
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Global Witness
Global (primarily Latin America, Colombia, Brazil, Philippines)
2025
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At least 124 environmental defenders were murdered in 2025 while protecting forests, farms, and waterways. Latin America remains the deadliest region, accounting for 85% of the killings. Colombia recorded the highest number of murders (39), followed by Brazil (26). Land disputes and coca cultivation are primary drivers of violence against defenders.
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