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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Is civil unrest poised to escalate in Lebanon?
Even as the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire begins, potential Israel-Lebanon peace talks could exacerbate domestic tensions.
United behind the ceasefire even as divisions loom: Gulf countries navigate US-Iran talks
Despite finding renewed unity in supporting the ceasefire, countries in the region are divided in their positions toward Iran
Will the Strait of Hormuz blockade lead to a diplomatic breakthrough, or more violence?
A look at the violence in the Gulf of Oman and Persian Gulf during the war, and what may keep the US and Iran at the negotiating table now.
Expert comments and Q&As
Jalale Getachew Birru on new wave of political instability within Tigray
ACLED’s East Africa Senior Analyst Dr.des. Jalale Getachew Birru comments on how a new internal fracture within the TPLF is catalyzing a new wave of political instability within Tigray
Witold Stupnicki on increased Russian “human safaris” in Ukraine
ACLED’s Senior Analyst for Europe & Central Asia Witold Stupnicki comments on new type of Russian warfare in Ukraine
Bassel Doueik on escalation of Israeli attacks over Lebanon after “Black Wednesday”
ACLED’s Lebanon and Jordan Researcher Bassel Doueik comments on Israel’s military shift towards Lebanon.
Heni Nsaibia on Benin’s elections after deadliest year of conflict
ACLED’s West Africa Senior Analyst Heni Nsaibia comments on Benin’s presidential elections and the need for a stable transition.
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Conflict Index
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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Is civil unrest poised to escalate in Lebanon?
Even as the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire begins, potential Israel-Lebanon peace talks could exacerbate domestic tensions.
Jalale Getachew Birru on new wave of political instability within Tigray
ACLED’s East Africa Senior Analyst Dr.des. Jalale Getachew Birru comments on how a new internal fracture within the TPLF is catalyzing a new wave of political instability within Tigray
United behind the ceasefire even as divisions loom: Gulf countries navigate US-Iran talks
Despite finding renewed unity in supporting the ceasefire, countries in the region are divided in their positions toward Iran
Will the Strait of Hormuz blockade lead to a diplomatic breakthrough, or more violence?
A look at the violence in the Gulf of Oman and Persian Gulf during the war, and what may keep the US and Iran at the negotiating table now.
Witold Stupnicki on increased Russian “human safaris” in Ukraine
ACLED’s Senior Analyst for Europe & Central Asia Witold Stupnicki comments on new type of Russian warfare in Ukraine
Bassel Doueik on escalation of Israeli attacks over Lebanon after “Black Wednesday”
ACLED’s Lebanon and Jordan Researcher Bassel Doueik comments on Israel’s military shift towards Lebanon.
Heni Nsaibia on Benin’s elections after deadliest year of conflict
ACLED’s West Africa Senior Analyst Heni Nsaibia comments on Benin’s presidential elections and the need for a stable transition.
Miriam Adah on anniversary of Nigeria’s Chibok mass abduction
ACLED’s Southern & Eastern Africa Assistant Research Manager Miriam Adah comments on twelve years since Nigeria’s first mass abduction of schoolchildren.
Q&A: How do escalating tensions in the Middle East affect the Sudan conflict?
A look at the current situation on the front lines, escalating drone use, and impacts of the Iran war on conflict in Sudan.
Nasser Khdour on massive Israeli attacks over Lebanon despite ceasefire
ACLED’s Middle East Assistant Research Manager Nasser Khdour comments on Israel’s targeting of Lebanon after US and Iran agree to halt fighting.