Ethiopia, July 2025: 505 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED
In July 2025, ACLED recorded 157 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 505 deaths (+13% against June 2025), −21% against July 2024. Attacks on civilians killed 125. The most affected region: Amhara (322 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.
- Reported deaths
- 505
- +13% against the month before
- Violent events
- 157
- Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
- 125
- Demonstrations
- 36
Reported deaths per month
Regions in July 2025
| Region | Reported deaths | Violent events | Civilians killed (targeted attacks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amhara | 322 | 100 | 40 |
| Oromia | 153 | 45 | 72 |
| Somali | 14 | 2 | 10 |
| South West Ethiopia | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Tigray | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| Benishangul-Gumuz | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Dire Dawa | 1 | 1 | 1 |