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.
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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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Al-Qaeda’s “new normal” in Yemen: strategic continuity despite a leadership change
AQAP’s new leader signaled he would shift the group’s focus. So far, his early rhetoric hasn’t matched ground reality.
Bangladesh heads toward a landmark election amid rising political violence
Partisan violence leading up to the poll is common for Bangladesh, but high levels of vigilantism and other violence may present deeper challenges.
Myanmar’s military elections will not lead to peace or improvement in the political crisis
The scripted victory for the USDP solidifies the military’s control under the guise of civilian rule and the political status quo five years since the coup.
Expert comments and Q&As
Hangyu Lee on Thailand’s nationalist election shift
ACLED’s East Asia Pacific Research Manager Hangyu Lee comments on how the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict reshaped Thailand's 2026 election.
Tiziano Breda on the forceful capture of Venezuelan politician hours after release from jail
ACLED’s Latin America Senior Analyst Tiziano Breda comments on the reported abduction of a key opposition figure and the risks of renewed repression in Venezuela.
Pearl Pandya on the suicide bomb attack in Pakistan’s capital
ACLED’s South Asia Senior Analyst Pearl Pandya comments on the deadliest suicide bombing in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, in over a decade
Haiti’s vigilantes rise up against gang violence, but civilians remain vulnerable — Comment from Maria Fernanda Arocha
ACLED’s Central America Research Manager Maria Fernanda Arocha comments on how vigilante groups are transforming Haiti’s security landscape.
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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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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.
Ukraine war situation update | 3 – 9 January 2026
Overview of political violence events in Ukraine from 3 to 9 January 2026
Mozambique Conflict Monitor Update: 14 January 2026
Political violence in northern Mozambique declined significantly at the end of 2025, with December being the height of the rainy season, which constrains both Islamic State Mozambique (ISM)’s and state forces' mobility and thereby their capacity to undertake operations.
Moçambique Monitor de Conflitos Atualização: 14 de janeiro de 2026
A violência política no norte de Moçambique diminuiu significativamente no final de 2025, com dezembro a ser o auge da estação das chuvas, o que limita a mobilidade tanto do Estado Islâmico em Moçambique (EIM) quanto das forças estatais e, consequentemente, a sua capacidade de realizar operações.
Latin America and the Caribbean Overview: January 2026
The ELN in Colombia reacted to Trump’s threats with an armed strike, the turf war intensified between rival gangs in Ecuador’s Machala prison, and violence escalated in Sinaloa, Mexico.
Africa Overview: January 2026
The US launched missiles in Sokoto, Nigeria, the RSF gained control of more territory in West Kordofan, and the M23 seized control of Uvira in the DRC.
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.
United States and Canada Overview: January 2026
Opposition to Trump and his migration policy drove a dramatic increase in demonstrations in 2025, while demonstrations with the presence of armed demonstrators also grew.
Asia-Pacific Overview: January 2026
Sharif Osman Hadi’s assassination triggered nationwide unrest in Bangladesh, a large-scale border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia ended in a fragile ceasefire, and tensions flared in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea.
Europe and Central Asia Overview: January 2026
Farmers in Greece and France took to the streets in large numbers, and Ukraine targeted Russian oil and gas infrastructure in the Caspian Sea while Russia bombed key locations in Ukraine’s Odesa region.