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: Central America and the Caribbean
23-29 February 2020
4 March 2020
Battles and violence targeting civilians remained high in Central America and the Caribbean last week, while reported fatalities increased in comparison to previous weeks. Indigenous groups continue to be targeted, with reports of attacks against indigenous communities in Nicaragua and Costa Rica. A number of demonstrations around security and access to water were reported elsewhere…
Read MoreRegional Overview: Central America and the Caribbean
16-22 February 2020
28 February 2020
While gang violence continues in Central America and the Caribbean, this violence has decreased slightly since the beginning of the year. However, the number of demonstration events last week considerably increased in comparison to previous weeks, with large demonstration movements in Mexico and the Dominican Republic, as well as protests in Belize and Martinique. Armed…
Read MoreRegional Overview: South America
16-22 February 2020
28 February 2020
Last week in South America, key developments include: violent demonstrations led by military police officers in Ceará state in Brazil; the killing of five social leaders in Colombia by armed groups; and state repression against protesters in Chile. In Brazil, salary readjustment demands by military police officers has prompted a strike and widespread demonstrations in…
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