Despite their previously strong foundations, established liberal democracies are witnessing an alarming increase in political violence, including mob attacks and armed clashes. This uptick is partly driven by geopolitical tensions and technological advancements that empower both rebel groups and political militias. Data shows over 200,000 incidents of political violence occurred last year, with nearly 250,000 fatalities. While much of this violence concentrates in conflict-ridden areas such as the Middle East and Ukraine, there's a troubling trend emerging in liberal democracies, prompting an urgent reassessment of their political stability and safety.
Political violence, once rare in stable democracies, is increasing alarmingly with escalating geopolitical tensions and advances in technology enabling political militias.
The rise in political violence is observed even in established liberal democracies, where incidents that were previously uncommon have now become disturbingly routine.
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