Fulani Militias in Nigeria: Declining Violence Not a Sign of Lasting Peace
Violence associated with Fulani militias is on the decline since reaching a peak in January 2018. However, this decline is likely driven by the seasonality of violence. Shifts in the type of violence associated with Fulani militias in 2018 thus far suggest that there will be increased targeting of civilians and clashes with the government in coming months.… Details
Regional Overview – Middle East 2 October 2018
Throughout the Middle East last week, rates of political violence have remained relatively unchanged compared to the week prior — with the exception of Israel and Palestine, where reports of increased casualties and instances of cross-border violence signal a lack of diplomatic progress.… Details
Regional Overview – Asia 2 October 2018
Overall levels of organised violence and demonstrations continued to declined across South and Southeast Asia, with the exception of in Pakistan where the number of reported demonstrations increased by over 70%.… Details
Regional Overview – Africa 2 October 2018
There were several key developments in Africa during the week of September 23rd. In Burkina Faso, reports of heavy attacks on civilians by the security forces last week add another layer to the deepening instability in the country.… Details
Israeli Strikes in Syria: Calculated Messaging to the Regime and its Allies
In this infographic ACLED’s Syria Research Managers Stephanie Anderson and Muaz A. interpret the strategy behind Israeli strikes in Syria. … Details
Understanding Inter-Ethnic Conflict in Myanmar
While most of the political violence in Myanmar arises from the conflicts between the Myanmar military and the many ethnic armed organizations (EAOs) in the country, inter-ethnic conflict has increased in recent years.… Details
Regional Overview – Asia 24 September 2018
Overall levels of organised violence and demonstrations declined across the South and Southeast Asian regions last week compared to the previous week. In Afghanistan, violence between Afghan security forces and both Taliban and Islamic State (IS) fighters continued across the country, particularly in the provinces of Nangarhar, Kunar, and Helmand.… Details
Regional Overview – Middle East 24 September 2018
Conflict continued at a similar level throughout the Middle East region last week relative to the week prior. In Syria and Yemen, long-planned offensives began and moved forward at a slow pace.… Details