latest RISK Updates
Date
10-11-2026Countries
Eritrea, EthiopiaInterstate conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia significantly increases humanitarian needs across the Northern Horn of Africa
Risk type
Marked deterioration in an existing crisisDate
10-11-2026Country
SomaliaSustained armed clashes between federal forces and opposition-aligned forces, including in Mogadishu and Bay region, worsen displacement and humanitarian needs ahead of the 2027 federal elections
Risk type
New emerging riskDate
02-11-2026Country
IranEscalating clashes between Baloch armed groups and Iranian forces spread into populated areas of Sistan and Baluchestan, causing civilian casualties, displacement, and livelihood disruptions
Risk type
New emerging riskALL ACTIVE RISKs
Date
10-11-2026Countries
Eritrea, EthiopiaInterstate conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia significantly increases humanitarian needs across the Northern Horn of Africa
Risk type
Marked deterioration in an existing crisisDate
10-11-2026Country
SomaliaSustained armed clashes between federal forces and opposition-aligned forces, including in Mogadishu and Bay region, worsen displacement and humanitarian needs ahead of the 2027 federal elections
Risk type
New emerging riskDate
02-11-2026Country
IranEscalating clashes between Baloch armed groups and Iranian forces spread into populated areas of Sistan and Baluchestan, causing civilian casualties, displacement, and livelihood disruptions
Risk type
New emerging riskDate
05-10-2026Country
NigerPost-mutiny divisions in Niger's army enable JNIM and ISSP expansion across Tillabéri, Tahoua, and Dosso, driving displacement and restricting humanitarian access
Risk type
Marked deterioration in an existing crisisDate
02-10-2026Country
PalestineAccelerated implementation of the E1 settlement plan results in demolitions, displacement of Bedouin communities, and access constraints
Risk type
Marked deterioration in an existing crisisDate
02-10-2026Country
MozambiqueSustained military pressure in Cabo Delgado drives Islamic State Mozambique attacks on less-exposed communities in Niassa and northern Nampula, causing localised displacement, abductions, and livelihood loss
Risk type
Marked deterioration in an existing crisisDate
04-09-2026Country
IndonesiaIntensifying forest and peatland fires across Indonesia cause prolonged hazardous haze, health impacts, and education, transport, and livelihood disruptions
Risk type
Future impact of a hazard which has already taken placeDate
04-09-2026Country
MyanmarMilitary operations to secure the Dawei Special Economic Zone cause further forced displacement and severe protection risks in Dawei district, Tanintharyi region