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Middle East Conflict Monitor
This interactive map includes all ACLED data covering the Middle East from 1 January 2024 to present.
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What is behind the rise in targeted killings in Iran’s Kurdish regions?
ACLED’s Middle East analyst comments on a rise in targeted killings and the growing struggle over local intelligence in Iran’s Kurdish regions.
Tanker for tanker: Why are US attacks in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz escalating?
Valentin d'Hauthuille comments on the latest maritime escalation in the Middle East.
The Houthis’ biggest escalation in months: Why now?
Sherwan Hindreen Ali comments on the sharp escalation of fighting between the Houthis and Saudi-backed forces in Yemen
Will Israel’s growing pressure on Hezbollah lead to further escalation?
Nasser Khdour comments on Israel’s growing military pressure on Hezbollah and the risk of further escalation
Turkey’s PKK peace process is likely to strengthen the PJAK in its confrontation with the Islamic Republic
PKK disarmament may redirect resources toward the PJAK, strengthening its armed capacity against Iran and future efforts to challenge the regime.
Will Israeli elections bring more military action in Gaza?
ACLED’s Middle East Analyst, Nasser Khdour, comments on Israel’s latest military operation in Gaza and what it means for the war ahead of the 2026 Israeli elections
Why are students protesting in Syria’s al-Suwayda?
ACLED's Syria Analyst, Muaz Al Abdullah, comments on how education is becoming a flashpoint in tensions between Syria’s government and pro-autonomy factions in al-Suwayda
Down but not out: The Islamic State and al-Qaeda remain a threat in the Middle East
Amid counter-terrorism operations across the region, jihadist groups are regrouping and shifting strategies.
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Is a new wave of Somali piracy emerging in the Gulf of Aden?
ACLED’s Somalia Researcher and Southeastern Africa Analyst, Mohamed Daud Ismail comments on the recent resurgence of piracy along Somalia’s Puntland coastline and its growing reach into the Gulf of Aden.
Could escalation around Ali al-Taher put the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire in Lebanon at risk?
ACLED’s Middle East Assistant Research Manager Nasser Khdour comments on the sharp increase in Israeli and Hezbollah attacks in southern Lebanon and the risks of further escalation around Ali al-Taher Ridge.
The Houthis ramp up activity in Yemen and Saudi Arabia, but avoid reigniting the civil war so far
Risk of a full-scale war increases with each new attack in the most serious escalation in violence between the Houthis, Saudi Arabia, and the IRG since 2022.
Could the settler siege of Qusra trigger wider violence in the West Bank?
ACLED’s Middle East Assistant Research Manager, Nasser Khdour, comments on the settler siege and escalating violence in Qusra.
Did Israel strike a Syrian airbase to block Turkey’s military ambitions?
ACLED’s Middle East Research Manager Muaz Al Abdullah comments on Israel’s strike on Syria’s Abu Duhur military airfield
Despite its rejection of the second phase of Trump’s peace plan, Israel will make minor concessions under US pressure
Disarmament is unlikely as long as Israel maintains a presence along the Yellow Line and continues targeting Hamas’ military and security structures ahead of national elections.
Hezbollah’s shift to attrition offers Iran a lasting tool to pressure Israel and the US
The Lebanese group’s capacity is depleted, but it can still raise the cost of war for Israel.
How have Houthi-Saudi tensions evolved in the last month?
ACLED map illustrates key conflict events and spatial patterns between Houthi forces and Saudi Arabia over a four-week period, tracking attacks on energy infrastructure, maritime shipping, and aviation hubs.
Will the newest Houthi attack reignite a drawn out war in Yemen?
ACLED's Middle East Research Manager comments on the newest Houthi attacks.
Can Hamas and Israel agree on what disarmament means for both?
ACLED’s Middle East Assistant Research Manager, Nasser Khdour, comments on the challenges facing the proposed Hamas disarmament agreement.