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Every month, we publish short reports that analyze the latest ACLED data and highlight important patterns in political violence and protests around the world.
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Behind the lines: How Ukraine has outgunned Russia in sabotage
The third in a series on the shadow war between Russia and Ukraine, this report examines the tactics and motivations for acts of sabotage carried out by both countries.
Violence has gone down during Xiomara Castro’s term, but has security improved in Honduras?
Gangs have resorted less to public displays of violence during the state of exception, but their presence in urban areas has not been dented, while organized crime groups have expanded their activities in rural areas.
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.
Expert comments and Q&As
Bangladesh: Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death. But is this the end of the Awami League? – ACLED expert comment
ACLED’s expert comment on the interim government’s crackdown on the Awami League ahead of Hasina’s trial, and the party’s continued influence despite it.
Serbia: One year since the Novi Sad tragedy, the government’s response to protests is sustaining the movement — Expert comment
On 1 November 2024, the canopy at a newly reconstructed train station in the Serbian city of Novi Sad collapsed, killing 16 people. Widespread suspicion that corruption led to this collapse sparked a protest movement across Serbia that demanded both criminal and political accountability.
El Fasher and Kordofan: the strategic fronts in Sudan’s shifting war — Expert comment
The Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) capture of El Fasher — following 18 months of siege — marks a significant turning point in Sudan’s civil war. El Fasher was the last stronghold of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and its ally in the Darfur region, the Darfur Joint Forces.
The first No Kings protests were massive. Will Saturday’s No Kings II reach the same heights? — Expert comment
The No Kings II demonstrations planned for this Saturday, 18 October, hope to regain the momentum of anti-Trump sentiment expressed on 14 June.
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Ukraine war situation update | 25 – 31 October 2025
Overview of political violence and conflict events in Ukraine from 25 to 31 October 2025
From state to nation: The Arakan Army's ascent in post-coup Myanmar
The Arakan Army’s successes in Rakhine state advance its regional goals and provide it with strategic leverage against the military and its backers in India and China.
Serbia: One year since the Novi Sad tragedy, the government’s response to protests is sustaining the movement — Expert comment
On 1 November 2024, the canopy at a newly reconstructed train station in the Serbian city of Novi Sad collapsed, killing 16 people. Widespread suspicion that corruption led to this collapse sparked a protest movement across Serbia that demanded both criminal and political accountability.
Ukraine war situation update | 11 – 17 October 2025
Overview of political violence and conflict events in Ukraine from 11 to 17 October 2025
Ukraine war situation update | 18 – 24 October 2025
Overview of political violence and conflict events in Ukraine from 18 to 24 October 2025
El Fasher and Kordofan: the strategic fronts in Sudan’s shifting war — Expert comment
The Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) capture of El Fasher — following 18 months of siege — marks a significant turning point in Sudan’s civil war. El Fasher was the last stronghold of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and its ally in the Darfur region, the Darfur Joint Forces.
Mozambique Conflict Monitor Update: 29 October 2025
Cabo Delgado witnessed a surge in insurgent activity. Islamic State Mozambique (ISM) targeted security forces in Montepuez and Muidumbe, inflicting casualties. Insurgents also continued civilian killings in Mocímboa da Praia, Muidumbe, and Metuge districts.
Moçambique Monitor de Conflitos Atualização: 29 de Outubro de 2025
Cabo Delgado testemunhou um aumento na atividade insurgente. O Estado Islâmico de Moçambique (EIM) atacou as forças de segurança em Montepuez e Muidumbe, causando baixas. Os insurgentes também continuaram a matar civis nos distritos de Mocímboa da Praia, Muidumbe e Metuge.
Between an ICC trial and the 2028 polls, the Dutertes’ shifting fortunes are shaping the Philippine war on drugs
A close look at ACLED’s data on the Philippines’ continuing war on drugs and how it has been shaped by elections, international pressure, and the power struggle between the Duterte and Marcos political dynasties.
Ukraine war situation update | 4 – 10 October 2025
Overview of political violence and conflict events in Ukraine from 4 to 10 October 2025