Every month, we publish short reports that analyze the latest ACLED data and highlight important patterns in political violence and protests around the world.
The ceasefire in Gaza held in October as low-level violence continued, while the ceasefire in Lebanon approached one year under strain, and settler violence against olive harvesters in the West Bank reached a record high.
The RSF attacked civilians in Sudan after taking over El Fasher and Bara, unrest erupted in Cameroon over President Biya’s re-election, and al-Shabaab struck a prison in the Somali capital.
In October, unidentified drones wreaked havoc across Europe, Ukraine retaliated for strikes against its energy infrastructure, and the government cracked down on demonstrators and opposition in Georgia.
An operation against the CV gang killed at least 121 people in Rio de Janeiro, gangs expanded across multiple areas in Artibonite, Haiti, and US strikes on vessels in the Pacific fueled diplomatic tensions.
TTP attacks led to cross-border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, Chinese and Philippine vessels faced off in the South China Sea, and the Ta’ang Army in Myanmar agreed to a ceasefire.
As a result of the nationwide No Kings II demonstrations, October saw the largest number of anti-Trump demonstrations of any month in ACLED data, which dates back to the beginning of 2020.
Overview of political violence and regional conflicts in Asia-Pacific for January 2023.
Overview of current conflicts and social movements in Europe, Central Asia, and the Caucasus.
Political violence and demonstrations across the Middle East in January 2023.
Highlights on political violence and conflict trends in Africa.
Military conflicts and political tensions in Africa regions with various national disputes.
Overview of anti-LGBT+ demonstrations and activities by far-right groups in the US.
Regional overview of Asia Pacific for December 2022, discussing key events and conflicts.
Overview of key geopolitical events impacting Europe and Central Asia.
Updates on political and social unrest in Latin America, including Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Haiti, Ecuador, and Brazil.
Key regional events including demonstrations, violence, and political tensions in Yemen, Iraq, Syria, Israel and Palestine, Jordan, and Iran.
