Gun Violence

Introduction. Gun violence is a major challenge to the global security. They have facilitated numerous deaths, which occur in different circumstances. Some of the deaths occur due to homicides while others are driven by suicides. An interesting aspect about the gun violence is that it is prevalent in both developed and underdeveloped nations. In the latter, the problem is escalated by criminal gangs and drug traffickers who use rifles to conduct their activities. In most instances, their illegal activities lead to many deaths and devastating injuries. In the first world nations, the gun violence takes a different dimension in the form of mass shootings. In addition, guns are the major weapons used in terrorist activities witnessed across the globe, especially in the Middle East. Despite the devastating effects on guns on people’s welfare, it is imperative to understand that their major objective is to protect the society from dangerous persons. Thus, the violence driven by weapons is facilitated by their abuse. People misuse them for personal gains, thereby endangering the lives of others. The pain and suffering facilitated by the gun violence needs attention from all stakeholders in the international, which can prevent the violence incidences by regulating the production, distribution, and ownership of firearms. Analysis of the Gun Violence Problem across the Globe. The gun violence incidents vary significantly across the globe, with some nations and communities witnessing gun-related deaths more than others. The differences are facilitated by the difference security and military strengths of countries. Also, certain nations, especially the developed states in the western societies have implemented strict gun policies which ensure that they firearms do not end up in the wrong hands. However, some nations have weak security forces, thus allowing criminal gangs and guerilla groups to use guns to orchestrate violence. In such nations, high poverty levels deny the governments they resources they need to have strong police departments and militaries………………….