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Every month, we publish short reports that analyze the latest ACLED data and highlight important patterns in political violence and protests around the world.
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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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Pakistan battles rising militancy that risks spreading beyond the frontiers
If Pakistan is to address its worsening security crisis, it requires military pressure, political engagement, and reaching an agreement with Afghanistan.
Economic warfare escalates as militants expand beyond the Sahel
Previously distinct conflicts in the Sahel and coastal West Africa are merging into a single, interconnected one that will likely become a key arena of militant competition.
Israel recalibrates its military campaigns in a region still on edge
In 2025, Israel launched attacks in Iran, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Syria, and Yemen. Its next moves may be influenced by diplomatic efforts and internal politics.
Expert comments and Q&As
Q&A: Southern Yemen: How did we get here, and what happens next?
In light of the crisis that unfolded in southern Yemen at the end of 2025, ACLED’s Middle East Regional Specialist explains what happened and how players in the region have reacted.
Q&A: How stable is post-Maduro Venezuela?
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez faces risks of further US actions, social unrest from a galvanized opposition movement, internal power struggles, and resistance from armed groups not under government control.
Venezuela and the U.S - Comment from Tiziano Breda
ACLED Senior analyst Tiziano Breda comments on the US military operation in Venezuela.
Venezuela and the U.S - Comment from Clionadh Raleigh
ACLED CEO Prof. Raleigh comments on the US intervention in Venezuela.
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Election Watch
ACLED's Election Watch monitors election violence worldwide.
Raleigh Report
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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Ukraine war situation update | 29 November – 5 December 2025
Overview of political violence events in Ukraine from 29 November to 5 December 2025.
Mozambique Conflict Monitor Update: 10 December 2025
The Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) went on the offensive against Islamic State Mozambique (ISM) in Macomia, Mocímboa da Praia, and Muidumbe districts.
Moçambique Monitor de Conflitos Atualização: 10 de dezembro de 2025
As Forças de Defesa do Ruanda (RDF) lançaram uma ofensiva contra o Estado Islâmico de Moçambique (EIM) nos distritos de Macomia, Mocímboa da Praia e Muidumbe.
Yemen: What do the STC advances mean for Yemen’s Hadramawt and al-Mahra governorates? — Expert comment
ACLED’s expert Luca Nevola comments on the developments in the eastern governorates of Hadramawt and al-Mahra
Middle East Overview: December 2025
November saw election-related tensions in Iraq; tensions between Saudi- and UAE-backed forces in Yemen; and sustained deadly Israeli operations across Lebanon, Gaza, the West Bank, and southern Syria.
Asia-Pacific Overview: December 2025
Continuing militancy threatened the ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan, Bangladesh and Papua New Guinea saw election-related violence, and anti-corruption protests in the Philippines were widespread, but divided.
United States and Canada Overview: December 2025
Pro-migrant demonstrations surged in states that saw major DHS and ICE operations, and Starbucks unions nationwide began their “Red Cup Rebellion” strike.
Europe and Central Asia Overview: December 2025
Suspicious drone activity increased in Europe, pro-Russian agents in Poland blew up a rail link to Ukraine, and Russia ramped up pressure on Ukraine’s frontlines and energy infrastructure.
Latin America and the Caribbean Overview: December 2025
Anti-gang operations in Haiti escalated around Port-au-Prince, the killing of a mayor in Mexico triggered protests, and the Trump administration doubled down its pressure on Maduro.
Africa Overview: December 2025
ISCAP’s collaboration with allies deepened in the DRC, Ethiopia launched its first airstrike against the Tigray Defence Forces since the Pretoria agreement, and violence surged in the Tombouctou region of Mali.