Japan
Earthquake measuring 7.5 in the Ishikawa Prefecture, triggering a tsunami along the Sea of Japan coastline 1 January. At least 202 dead.
Iran
Islamic State (IS) claimed responsibility for twin bombing in Kerman, leaving at least 91 dead and 284 people injured during the commemoration of the assassination of Qasem Soleimani
Ecuador
Internal armed conflict between the Ecuadorian authorities and criminal gangs since 9 January. Sharp deterioration in security conditions.
Papua New Guinea
Violent rioting and looting 10 January following a demonstration in Port Moresby. State of emergency declared. At least 15 dead.
Comoros
Mass demonstrations and political violence in the wake of the 14 January legislative elections. Curfew declared nationwide.