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Get to know #ACLED: Our mission 🌍 “To resolve, mitigate, or prevent conflict, you need to understand it.” This principle drives ACLED’s mission: providing accurate and accessible data and analysis to better inform decisions that reduce violent conflict. 📊 From tracking conflict events in real-time to analyzing political violence trends globally, we equip academics, governments, journalists, humanitarian organizations and other key stakeholders with the tools they need to make informed decisions. 🎥 Dive into ACLED's work in part one of our new video series ‘Introduction to ACLED’ featuring ACLED President and CEO Clionadh Raleigh, Executive Director Olivia Russell, and Board Member Ashley McIlvain Moran. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dAEKFEiN

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Update: 8 - 14 October 2024 ACLED records at least 707 violent events between the IDF and Hezbollah from 8 to 14 October 2024, marking a 9% drop from the previous week. Despite this reduction, these attacks have resulted in 227 reported fatalities last week alone, with over 96% occurring in Lebanon. The ongoing conflict continues to affect more than 1.5 million people in Lebanon and over half a million in Israel. Explore ACLED's latest data-driven infographic for an overview of the conflict: https://lnkd.in/eT6diDDw

Cabo Ligado Update: 30 September - 13 October 2024 Islamic State #Mozambique (ISM) militants and security forces engaged in limited violence across Cabo Delgado in early October. However, around 100 people believed to have been held in insurgent camps in the Catupa forest surrendered in Macomia town on 11 October. Most were women and children, but some insurgent fighters were also reported to have surrendered. Meanwhile, a local source reported that on 29 September insurgents looted food from the village of Miangalewa in Muidumbe district, near the Messalo. This incident follows several food raids in recent weeks, suggesting that the insurgents may be facing a shortage of supplies. Explore our latest report for full insights: https://lnkd.in/dJ9keTth

The deputy president’s impeachment triggers unrest in #Kenya Kenya faced considerable unrest in September and October, driven in part by the impeachment process against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The impeachment, following tensions sparked by President William Ruto’s response to the Gen Z protests, alleges corruption, undermining of the National Intelligence Service, and tribalism. From 14 September to 11 October 2024, ACLED records 107 political violence events and 71 reported fatalities in Kenya, with most events taking place in Makueni. Further, Kenya continues to face the long-standing issues of violence in schools, persistent student demonstrations, and a rise in al-Shabaab attacks targeting civilians and security forces. Explore our latest report for a deeper analysis: https://lnkd.in/dPuEceY4

The expanding reach of gang activity in #Haiti Gang activity in Haiti, historically concentrated in the Ouest region, has expanded as political instability persists. #ACLED data shows that by 2024, gang violence impacted nearly 100 neighborhoods in the Port-au-Prince arrondissement, a 20% increase compared to the previous six months. The consolidation of the Viv Ansanm alliance has allowed gangs to focus on criminal activities and confront security forces, extending their operations across a broader range of areas. Gangs have also shifted their focus to key strategic locations, including the city center, surrounding neighborhoods, and major road axes, where gangs have notably challenged the state and targeted public and security buildings. February's attacks further fueled gang activity in the Pétion-Ville and Tabarre communes, testing the capacity of security forces to respond. Get the full analysis in our latest report: https://lnkd.in/d6Dj_7bj

One year of war in numbers: Israeli attacks in Gaza ACLED has tracked data on Israel’s war on Gaza since Hamas’ deadly assault on southern Israel on 7 October 2023. Here are the key figures on violence involving the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in #Gaza after one year of conflict: ◾ 12,988 violent events ◾ 10,728 aerial strikes, shelling, and explosions ◾ At least 44,545 people reportedly killed Delve into the critical data for a comprehensive view of the war's scale: https://lnkd.in/eZpsDd9Q

#Ukraine Conflict Update: 5 – 11 October 2024 Throughout the week, Russian forces targeted Ukrainian port infrastructure in Odesa, damaging foreign vessels and killing civilians. On 6 October, Russian missiles and drones damaged a Saint Kitts and Nevis-flagged vessel, and on 9 October, a Panama-flagged container ship was damaged, with nine civilians killed. ACLED records 38 Russian attacks targeting port infrastructure and civilian vessels in Odesa since February 2022. Meanwhile, Russian forces occupied 10 settlements in Donetsk and made gains near Svatove and Kupiansk in Kharkiv-Luhansk, while missile, shelling and drone strikes targeted multiple regions, killing 38 civilians across Ukraine. Explore the full situation update: https://lnkd.in/dMw7xYHe

Missed the live discussion on Rwanda’s evolving military engagement? The webinar recording is now available! Dive into ACLED’s analysis of the #Rwanda Defence Force’s operations across Africa, focusing on their shifting role in regional security. From bilateral deployments in Mozambique to unilateral operations in the DRC, this webinar covers the RDF’s evolving strategies and the impact on Rwanda’s standing in Africa. While these operations have strengthened Rwanda’s influence, they’ve also created tensions with Kinshasa, Gitega, and Western governments. 🎥 Watch the full video today: https://lnkd.in/deENTqNz

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Update: 5 - 11 October 2024 ACLED data recorded over 690 violent events between the IDF and Hezbollah last week, with 620 targeting #Lebanon. Despite the intensity, fatalities decreased by 48% compared to the previous week, with 201 fatalities in Lebanon —almost 97% of the total reported fatalities last week. Since Hamas’ assault on southern #Israel on 7 October 2023, ACLED has tracked at least 12,245 political violence events involving the IDF and Hezbollah, with Israel significantly escalating its operations against Hezbollah leaders and infrastructure since September. Explore our latest updates on the ongoing conflict: https://lnkd.in/eT6diDDw

#DataForGood: Understanding conflict is the first step to preventing it. In today’s world, preventing conflict requires more than just reacting—it demands a real-time understanding of its root causes and dynamics. That’s why CRAF’d, and partners are proud to provide sustainable support to ACLED, ensuring real-time conflict data remains a public good, accessible and open to all. ACLED captures the full circle of conflicts across more than 250 countries and territories, helping governments, organizations, and individuals to make smarter decisions in conflict prevention and crisis response. 🎥 Watch how ACLED brings clarity to crisis.