Monthly regional updates
Every month, we publish short reports that analyze the latest ACLED data and highlight important patterns in political violence and protests around the world.
Global analysis
ACLED's global analysis includes detailed reports, monthly regional updates, infographics, and more to explain crucial data trends by region, country, and theme.
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Who are the Israel-backed armed groups fighting Hamas in Gaza?
The Board of Peace wants Hamas to disarm. But the group's reluctance to do so stems from more than just Israel's repeated ceasefire violations.
In Jammu and Kashmir, new risks for security forces and civilians threaten regional peace
How a shifting conflict landscape could fuel renewed confrontations between India and Pakistan.
Africa: Non-state armed groups are the main drivers of violence targeting local officials
The violence was concentrated in the east and west of the continent. Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Cameroon saw an increase in 2025.
Expert comments and Q&As
Jalale Getachew Birru says escalation in Tigray is likely as TPLF consolidates power
ACLED’s East Africa Senior Analyst Dr.des. Jalale Getachew Birru comments on the implications of TPLF’s reinstatement of the 2020 regional government.
Nasser Khdour on Israel’s escalation in Gaza amid Hamas’ refusal to disarm
ACLED’s Middle East Assistant Research Manager Nasser Khdour comments on new developments in the Gaza Strip as Israel intensifies attacks
Olha Polishchuk on Ukraine’s targeting of Russia’s oil revenues amid the Iran conflict-driven price surge
ACLED’s Eastern Europe Research Manager, Olha Polishchuk, comments on Ukrainian long-range drone operations trying to offset Russia’s external economic gains.
Jalale Getachew Birru on Sudan’s recall of its ambassador to Ethiopia
ACLED’s East Africa Senior Analyst Dr.des. Jalale Getachew Birru comments on the diplomatic crisis between Sudan and Ethiopia following accusations over alleged cross-border involvement.
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The ACLED Conflict Index is a global assessment of how and where conflicts in every country and territory in the world vary according to four indicators — deadliness, danger to civilians, geographic diffusion, and the number of armed groups.
Election Watch
ACLED's Election Watch monitors election violence worldwide.
Raleigh Report
ACLED CEO Prof. Clionadh Raleigh's monthly observations on the state of the world.
Violence Targeting Local Officials
ACLED’s annual report on Violence Targeting Local Officials provides a breakdown of all reported violence against local administrators worldwide.
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Jalale Getachew Birru says escalation in Tigray is likely as TPLF consolidates power
ACLED’s East Africa Senior Analyst Dr.des. Jalale Getachew Birru comments on the implications of TPLF’s reinstatement of the 2020 regional government.
United States and Canada Overview: May 2026
The proliferation of data centers is sparking a sharp rise in demonstrations. In April, it led to violence against a public official.
Middle East Overview: May 2026
April was the deadliest month in Gaza this year, conflict in Iraq took on its own trajectory, and violence continued in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire.
Asia-Pacific Overview: May 2026
A decline in TTP attacks may drive Pakistan to continue cross-border military operations, and Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing signaled likely escalation.
Nasser Khdour on Israel’s escalation in Gaza amid Hamas’ refusal to disarm
ACLED’s Middle East Assistant Research Manager Nasser Khdour comments on new developments in the Gaza Strip as Israel intensifies attacks
Olha Polishchuk on Ukraine’s targeting of Russia’s oil revenues amid the Iran conflict-driven price surge
ACLED’s Eastern Europe Research Manager, Olha Polishchuk, comments on Ukrainian long-range drone operations trying to offset Russia’s external economic gains.
Jalale Getachew Birru on Sudan’s recall of its ambassador to Ethiopia
ACLED’s East Africa Senior Analyst Dr.des. Jalale Getachew Birru comments on the diplomatic crisis between Sudan and Ethiopia following accusations over alleged cross-border involvement.
Mozambique Conflict Monitor Update: 6 May 2026
Islamic State Mozambique (ISM) clashed with Mozambican and Rwandan forces in Nangade and Mocímboa da Praia districts, killing at least seven Mozambican soldiers and seizing weaponry.
Moçambique Monitor de Conflitos Atualização: 6 de maio de 2026
O Estado Islâmico de Moçambique (EIM) entrou em confronto com forças moçambicanas e ruandesas nos distritos de Nangade e Mocímboa da Praia, matando pelo menos sete soldados moçambicanos e apreendendo armamento.
Ladd Serwat on anti-immigration protests in South Africa
ACLED’s Africa Senior Analyst Ladd Serwat comments on rising political support for anti-immigrant protests ahead of the November local elections