This document is intended for operational agents, press reporters, humanitarian personnel, and consular staff assigned to conflict zones. It provides contextual information on conflicts in the following countries:

• Nigeria
• Somalia
• Kenya
• Sudan
• Chad
• India
• Papua New Guinea
• Myanmar
• Ukraine
• Mexico
• Haiti
• Honduras
• Ecuador
• Israel-Gaza
• Yemen

The data observed up to July 2024 is integrated into this manual. It covers the historical, political, economic, and social aspects of the conflicts. Each chapter presents an in-depth analysis of the specific war dynamics in each region, highlighting the causes and consequences of hostilities.

The practical recommendations provided are intended to help field operatives navigate the complexities of conflict environments. The advice includes security strategies, personal protection measures, methods of interacting with local populations, and guidelines for working with local authorities and organizations.

This manual aims to be a practical tool for anyone directly or indirectly involved in managing, covering, or assisting in war zones in 2024. It aims to prepare operatives for the challenges they will encounter in these war-torn countries.