The world has become less peaceful than it was last year, according to the latest Global Peace Index. The index ranks 163 nations across 23 indicators, from military expenditure and ongoing conflict to homicide rates and perceptions of safety. The places that perform best typically combine low levels of violence with well-functioning institutions, high social trust, good relations with neighbors and a high quality of life. Top 10 countries in the 2026 Global Peace Index 1. Ic