SITREP 2022 1ST QTR

Our monthly conflict tracker warns of two immediate conflict risks.

Amid heightened U.S.-Russia tensions, Moscow continued its military build-up along Ukraine’s border and planned military exercises with Belarus that will run until 20 February or beyond. The end of Prime Minister Henry’s mandate could spark violence and further instability in Haiti.

Deteriorations in 13 countries and conflict situations

In Myanmar, deadly fighting between the Tatmadaw and resistance forces escalated sharply in Kayah State in the south east.Localized protests in Kazakhstan over raised fuel prices turned into nationwide rioting that security forces heavily repressed, killing over 200 people.Armed groups stepped up their attacks on Colombia’s security forces across the country and clashed with each other over control of illegal economies at the border with Venezuela, killing over 50.Authorities intensified air strikes on armed groups in Nigeria’s north, notably in Zamfara state, as criminal violence killed scores across the North West and North Central zones. A military coup ousted President Kaboré in Burkina Faso amid public anger at widespread jihadist violence.In Syria, the Islamic State conducted its largest attack since 2019, killing dozens and displacing thousands of people.

Conflict Risk Alerts: Ukraine HaitiResolution Opportunities: NoneDeteriorated Situations: U.S./Russia Burkina Faso Mali Sudan Nigeria Myanmar Russia/U.S.Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Colombia Syria Yeme...