Comparative Analysis of Riots and Protests in Jammu & Kashmir and Azad Jammu & Kashmir

Analysis, Asia, Civilians At Risk, Conflict Monitoring, Jammu & Kashmir, Political Stability, Pro-Government Militias, Rioting And Protests, Violence Against Civilians
Since 1947, control of the Greater Kashmir region (formerly the Princely State of Jammu and Kashmir) has been a topic of continual dispute between India and Pakistan. The two nations have fought three wars over the territory, and the physical conflict remains ongoing with “ceasefire violations” from both sides occurring across the Line of Control (LoC).…

10 Hidden Conflicts in Africa

Africa, Analysis, Boko Haram, Civilians At Risk, Conflict Monitoring, Ethnic Militias, Focus On Militias, Fulani, Infographics, Political Stability, Rioting And Protests, Unidentified Armed Groups, Vigilante Militias, Violence Against Civilians
In this series of infographics, ACLED’s Research Director, Dr. Roudabeh Kishi, explores 10 hidden or under-reported conflicts across Africa. 10. Mozambique: A Peace Deal between FRELIMO & RENAMO, A Rise in Islamist Violence.…

Myanmar: Conflict Update

Analysis, Asia, Civilians At Risk, Conflict Monitoring, Current Hotspots, Elections, Ethnic Militias, Focus On Militias, Human Rights, Inequality, Political Stability, Pro-Government Militias, Remote Violence, Rioting And Protests, Unidentified Armed Groups, Vigilante Militias, Violence Against Civilians
Overview Despite a ceasefire agreement in 2015[1], violence in Myanmar has increased as clashes between government and non-state groups[2] continues to grow in areas party to the ceasefire and those not (see Figures 1 and 2).…

Loyalist Militia Involvement in Battles in Syria

Analysis, Conflict Monitoring, Ethnic Militias, Focus On Militias, Middle East, Pro-Government Militias, Unidentified Armed Groups, Vigilante Militias
Since the beginning of the Syrian Civil War, the Assad regime’s army has faced a manpower issue due to defection and desertion. It has partially solved this problem by fostering and allying with loyalist militias, both domestic and foreign, in order to defend and recapture territory in Syria.…

Overview of African Political Violence & Protest Trends, 1997-2017

Africa, Analysis, Civilians At Risk, Conflict Monitoring, Focus On Militias, Interactive Visuals, Political Stability, Pro-Government Militias, Rioting And Protests, Unidentified Armed Groups, Vigilante Militias, Violence Against Civilians
This interactive visual displays maps and charts featuring an overview of African political violence and protest trends from 1997 – 2017. Apply or remove filters by country and event type to broaden or limit your assessment of the data.…