Ethiopia, May 2026: 755 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In May 2026, ACLED recorded 231 political violence events in Ethiopia, with 755 deaths (+25% against April 2026), +202% against May 2025. Attacks on civilians killed 90. The most affected region: Amhara (443 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

755

+25% against the month before

Violent events

231

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

90

Demonstrations

10