In 2023, there were record highs in gun-related tragedies in the United States, with incidents like the one in Washington D.C. contributing to this. The U.S. experienced an unprecedented number of mass murders, totaling 40 incidents. Similarly, in Pakistan, there was an alarming surge in suicide and targeted attacks, and in Maryland, there was a concerning increase in road deaths. There were 600 fatalities on the state's roads in 2023, reflecting an overall trend that shows fewer deaths nationally. Pakistan also experienced a surge in terrorism-related incidents, with hundreds of lives lost in nearly 29 suicide and targeted attacks. The deadliest year in the country marked a significant increase in violence, often traced back to Afghanistan. The surge in violence was also reflected in the United States, with a record number of homicides in Washington D.C. in 2023, marking the fifth-highest murder rate among the nation's biggest cities.