Mexico is the second most dangerous country for civilians, according to the 2024 Conflict Index, with approximately 34% of the population exposed to conflict. This ACLED infographic provides a snapshot from the first six months of the year of the disorder in Mexico using insights from ACLED’s Conflict Exposure Calculator, Conflict Alert System (CAST), and Conflict Index.
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