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Election Watch
ACLED's Election Watch monitors election violence worldwide.
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Leaders tighten control as repression shapes Iraq’s 2025 elections
While violence in Iraq is at its lowest levels since the fall of Saddam Hussein in 2003, the relative stability ahead of the 11 November vote is the result of repression by political leaders whose legitimacy is eroding.
The last of the hegemonic liberation parties: Tanzania’s CCM clings to power as elections loom
The systematic repression of opposing forces in Tanzania — through arrests, abductions, and political exclusion — guarantees President Hassan’s victory on 29 October.
Bolivia braces for tense elections as ruling party implodes
The dispute between Evo Morales and current President Luis Arce has triggered deadly violence in defense of Morales’ cause, which signals the power of his supporters to question the legitimacy of an election that excludes the former president.
Germany’s political polarization spills into the streets ahead of federal elections
An analysis of political violence in Germany amid increasing attacks on politicians and stark political divides.
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Will Past US Election Turbulence Strike Again in 2024?
The US is preparing for a tumultuous 2024 election amid warnings of political violence.
Boiling Under the Lid: Protest Potential Ahead of Russia's 2024 Presidential Election
An analysis of protest potential in Russia ahead of the 2024 presidential election amid political repression and social unrest.
Political repression and militant targeting set the stage for Pakistan’s 2024 elections
Political repression and militant targeting in Pakistan ahead of 2024 elections.
The Violent Politics of Bangladesh’s 2024 Elections
Analysis of violence surrounding Bangladesh's 2024 elections focusing on interparty rivalry, demonstrations, and international reactions.
Disorder and Distrust Ahead of the 2023 Elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Analysis of challenges and violence surrounding the 2023 elections in DRC amid concerns about the CENI's impartiality.
Q&A: What Do the Conflict Data Say About Zimbabwe’s Elections?
A Q&A with ACLED President on the 2023 Zimbabwe elections discussing political violence and dynamics.
Political Succession and Intra-Party Divisions: Examining the Potential for Violence in Zimbabwe’s 2023 Elections
Examines potential violence and political dynamics in Zimbabwe's 2023 elections.
The Killing of Villavicencio: A Symptom of Rising Political Violence Ahead of Ecuador’s Snap Elections
An analysis of rising political violence in Ecuador ahead of snap elections, triggered by the assassination of a candidate.
The normalization of political violence and the 2023 legislative elections in Greece
An analysis of how violence reignites around issues like police brutality and government negligence, and how this may impact the election period.
Turkey’s 2023 General Elections and the Kurdish Question
An analysis of Turkey's 2023 general elections and the Kurdish question, highlighting the political dynamics around Erdogan’s approach towards Kurdish groups.