Civil unrest is surging across the globe in 2025, driven by political repression, economic hardship, ethnic tensions, and disputes over governance. From Africa to Asia, Europe to the Americas, societies are grappling with deep-rooted grievances that have erupted into protests, riots, and violent crackdowns. At ConflictMeter.org, we monitor these flashpoints to better understand the risks and dynamics shaping today’s world.
🌍 Global Hotspots of Civil Unrest in 2025
🇸🇩 Sudan: Ethnic Cleansing and Civil War
Sudan’s civil war, ongoing since April 2023, has escalated into one of the world’s most brutal conflicts. The Sudanese Army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are locked in a power struggle, with the RSF accused of widespread atrocities, particularly against non-Arab communities like the Nuba. Civilians face bombings, starvation, and displacement, with peace remaining elusive.
🇵🇰 Pakistan: Protests in Sindh and Balochistan
In Sindh, violent protests erupted over a controversial Indus canal project, leading to fatalities and the torching of a minister’s home. Meanwhile, Balochistan has seen ongoing unrest since March, sparked by enforced disappearances and the arrest of human rights activist Mahrang Baloch. Protesters demand justice and the release of detained individuals.
🇮🇳 India: Ethnic and Communal Tensions
Manipur continues to experience ethnic violence between the Meitei majority and Kuki-Zo tribes, resulting in over 250 deaths and massive displacement. In Murshidabad, West Bengal, protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act turned violent, leading to deaths, injuries, and significant property damage.
🇬🇪 Georgia: Political Crackdown and Protests
Anti-government protests have intensified in Georgia following the arrest warrant for opposition leader Zurab Japaridze. Demonstrators accuse the ruling party of democratic backsliding and demand new elections and the release of political detainees.
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe: The M31 Movement
The M31 Movement, also known as the Geza Revolution, has mobilized citizens across Zimbabwe against political oppression, economic hardship, and corruption. Peaceful protests and civil disobedience campaigns have been met with arrests and crackdowns by security forces.
🇲🇿 Mozambique: Post-Election Turmoil
Mozambique has been engulfed in protests since disputed elections in October 2024. Demonstrators allege electoral fraud and demand the release of vote tabulations and fresh elections. The unrest has resulted in over 350 deaths and hundreds of arrests.
🇸🇾 Syria: Protests Amid Conflict
In northern Syria, residents have staged sit-in protests at the Tishrin Dam against Turkish bombardments that have disrupted water and electricity supplies. The protests have been met with lethal force, resulting in civilian casualties.
🇮🇱/🇵🇸 Gaza: Humanitarian Crisis
The Gaza conflict has entered a particularly devastating phase, with Israeli military operations causing widespread destruction. The UN warns of famine risks, with limited humanitarian aid reaching the population. Hospitals are overwhelmed, and the civilian death toll continues to rise.
📈 Global Trends and Business Risks
According to Allianz Commercial, civil unrest has become the top political violence concern for businesses worldwide. In 2024 alone, over 80,000 incidents of protest and riot activity were recorded in the top 20 countries, with India, the US, France, and South Africa among the hotspots. Factors such as high inflation, wealth inequality, and concerns about civil liberties contribute to this trend.
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