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Ethiopia, June 2026: 673 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In June 2026, ACLED recorded 289 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 673 deaths (−11% against May 2026), +51% against June 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 53. The most affected region: Amhara (310 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths
673
−11% against the month before
Violent events
289
Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
53
Demonstrations
6

Reported deaths per month

05001,000Jan 23Sept 23May 24Jan 25Sept 25May 26Oct 26
Source: ACLED, via HDX HAPI

Regions in June 2026

Source: ACLED, via HDX HAPI
Reported deaths01–45–2425–7475–199200–499500 +Hover, tap or zoom
RegionReported deathsViolent eventsCivilians killed (targeted attacks)
Amhara31019514
Oromia3007127
Tigray41103
Gambela1446
Benishangul-Gumuz643
Afar240
Somali010