Latin America & the Caribbean
Our monthly analysis briefs break down the latest ACLED data on political violence and protest trends around the world, highlighting potential early warning signs for closer monitoring.
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Regional Overview: South America
26 November-2 December 2022
7 December 2022
Last week in South America, several incidents of violence targeting social leaders and political figures were reported in Colombia, and armed clashes took place in the country’s southwest region. In Brazil, gang-related violence continued unabated. In the Acre state, a resurfaced turf war between drug trafficking groups has challenged state forces and public security policies.…
Read MoreRegional Overview: Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
26 November-2 December 2022
7 December 2022
Last week in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, heightened levels of gang violence continued with attacks against civilians in Haiti and Jamaica and clashes between rival groups in Mexico. In Haiti, alleged members of the Base 5 Secondes gang and allied Canaan gang continued their offensive operations in Cabaret district, reportedly killing around 20…
Read MoreRegional Overview: South America
19-25 November 2022
1 December 2022
Last week in South America, the National Liberation Army (ELN) and the Colombian government resumed peace talks in Venezuela on 21 November after three years of stagnation, while clashes between armed groups along Colombia’s southwest border with Ecuador reportedly resulted in a high death toll. In Chile and Peru, drivers held nationwide demonstrations against rising…
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