Hanwei Global Security Briefing
Based on security risk assessment, the security level of each region is shown on the Global Risk Map. Regions including Afghanistan, Syria, Myanmar, Pakistan, Nigeria, Sudan, Ukraine, Palestine, and Venezuela are classified as
Extremely High-Risk Areas. During this period, security incidents such as armed conflicts and terrorist attacks occur frequently in these regions. Overseas Chinese-funded enterprises shall strengthen their own security precautions.
(This briefing is only for internal risk assessment use of our company)Middle East
(1) Syria
Rebel stronghold in As-Suwayda hit by airstrike. On May 2, a stronghold controlled by "rebel groups" in As-Suwayda Governorate in southern Syria, used for storing weapons and drugs, was struck by airstrikes launched by warplanes from Jordan. No casualties were reported, while one civilian residence was damaged. On the same day, the Jordanian Armed Forces issued a statement, noting its forces conducted precision strikes on multiple weapons and drug smuggling dens near Jordan’s northern border. The operation aimed to prevent further inflows of weapons and drugs into Jordanian territory.
(2) Iraq
Unidentified drone spotted over Baghdad Green Zone. On April 30, an unidentified drone was detected flying over the Green Zone in Baghdad, Iraq, causing no casualties or property losses. Following the drone sighting, the air defense system of the U.S. Embassy in Iraq was activated but failed to intercept the drone. Relevant authorities are currently investigating the drone’s origin and flight purpose.
(3) Iran
Temporary ceasefire remains in effect. From April 27 to May 3, the temporary ceasefire between Iran, the United States and Israel remained ongoing. Negotiations between the two sides reached a deadlock, and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalated. During this period, U.S. forces intercepted multiple vessels attempting to sail to Iranian ports. Iran continued its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
On April 28, the Deputy Navy Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that Iran has achieved absolute control over the Strait of Hormuz, and passing vessels shall pay tolls. A spokesperson of the Iranian Army remarked on the same day that the Iranian military deems the current situation still in a state of war. Ground troops are on full alert across the country to respond to potential threats.
Assassination in Zahedan leaves 2 dead and 3 injured. On April 29, an assassination incident occurred in Zahedan, southeastern Iran, killing 2 police officers and injuring 3 others. Armed militants opened fire on a patrol team providing security services for local citizens. Police are now conducting a full manhunt for the perpetrators.
Bomb explosion kills 14 and injures 2. On May 1, an explosion occurred while the IRGC was disposing of unexploded ordnance, leaving 14 dead and 2 injured. The IRGC stated that cluster bombs and air-dropped mines used in airstrikes by the U.S. and Israel have affected 1,200 hectares of farmland and other areas. The Bomb Disposal Battalion of the IRGC Special Forces has discovered and defused a large number of unexploded ordnance on site.
(4) Palestine and Israel
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has caused 72,600 deaths in the Gaza Strip. From March 27 to May 3, Israel launched continuous attacks on multiple locations in Gaza, resulting in heavy casualties.
From April 27 to 28, Israeli airstrikes targeted multiple residential areas in northern Gaza and Khan Yunis, killing 7 people (including an intelligence chief of Palestinian resistance movement Hamas) and injuring 18.
According to the latest statistical report released by the Gaza Ministry of Health on May 1, since the entry into force of the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement in October 2025, Israeli operations in Gaza have caused 808 deaths and 2,278 injuries. Since the outbreak of the large-scale round of Israeli-Palestinian conflict on October 7, 2023, Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip have cumulatively killed 72,611 people and injured 172,426.
(5) Lebanon
Continuous Israeli attacks cause heavy casualties. From April 27 to May 3, Israel launched sustained military strikes against Lebanon with massive casualties.
On April 28, Israeli airstrikes targeted Majdal Zun in Tyre, southern Lebanon, killing 5 people including 3 medical staff from civil defense and injuring 2.
On April 29, Israeli airstrikes hit Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon, leaving 2 military personnel dead.
On April 30, Tyre and Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon endured over 70 Israeli airstrikes and artillery bombardments, killing at least 14 people and injuring 22, with numerous residential buildings, roads and infrastructure severely damaged.
According to the latest statistics from the Lebanese Ministry of Health on May 2, since the resumption of hostilities between Lebanon and Israel on March 2, Israeli attacks have caused 2,618 deaths and 8,094 injuries in Lebanon.
Israeli military comes under attack, 1 dead and 1 injured. On April 30, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated that Hezbollah militants in southern Lebanon launched two explosive-laden drones toward Israeli troops. One was intercepted by the IDF, while the other struck near Israeli forces, killing one Israeli soldier and wounding another.
Asia-Pacific Region
(1) Afghanistan and Pakistan
Border armed conflicts continue. From April 27 to 30, armed clashes persisted along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
On April 28, mortar shells fired by the Afghan Taliban hit a house in Pakistan, killing one civilian and injuring two.
On April 29, Pakistan targeted and destroyed multiple Afghan Taliban strongholds in southwestern Afghanistan.
In addition, Afghanistan claimed that mortar shells and missiles launched from Pakistan struck a university and residential buildings in northeastern Afghanistan, leaving 7 dead and at least 85 injured. Pakistan denied the accusation, arguing such reports were an attempt to cover up the Afghan government’s support for the Pakistani Taliban.
(2) Pakistan
Gunfight in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa leaves 1 dead and 1 injured. On April 29, an unidentified armed group attacked a police outpost in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, leaving one police officer injured and one militant dead on the spot. Military forces seized grenades, firearms and other weapons at the scene.
(3) Indonesia
Train collision in West Java kills 14 and injures 84. On the night of April 28, a train collision occurred in Bekasi, West Java Province, Indonesia, causing 14 deaths and 84 injuries. As of 9:00 on April 28, no foreign casualties had been confirmed. Preliminary investigation showed a long-distance train entered the track where a commuter train was stationed, leading to the collision.
(4) Philippines
Shooting in Metro Manila leaves 2 dead. On April 28, a shooting incident took place in Metro Manila, Philippines, killing two people. Two suspects stopped a white vehicle on the street and opened fire inside; the two occupants died after being sent to hospital. Preliminary probe confirmed both victims were Filipino nationals. The motive of the attack remains unclear, and police have coordinated with relevant departments for investigation.
(5) Japan
Mass stabbing in Tokyo leaves 8 injured. On April 29, a mass stabbing incident occurred in Fussa, Tokyo, Japan, injuring 8 people. A man assaulted another individual and sprayed liquid at police, resulting in 8 injuries. Police are now hunting the suspect.
Africa Region
(1) Nigeria
Multiple attacks leave 43 dead and 39 abducted. According to the monitoring report of Hanwei International West Africa Security Officer:
On April 26, an armed attack on a football field in Kwah and Jakan communities under Lamurde Local Government Area, Adamawa State, killed at least 29 people. The extremist group Islamic State claimed responsibility on April 27.
On the same day, an unlicensed orphanage in Kogi State was raided by armed militants, with at least 23 children abducted; 15 were later rescued while 8 remain missing.
On April 27, Imafon community in northern Akure Local Government Area, Ondo State suffered an armed attack, and a farm manager was kidnapped. Also on the same day, suspected herdsmen attacked a community in Logo Local Government Area, Benue State, killing 7 and wounding many.
On April 28, an open-air preaching venue in Edaoniyo community, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, Ekiti State was attacked by armed men, killing a pastor and abducting multiple believers. Motorcycle-riding armed bandits also raided several agricultural communities in Bungudu Local Government Area, Zamfara State, leaving 4 dead.
Late on April 29, suspected Fulani Militia launched an attack on Abu Dabi community, Bokkos Local Government Area, Plateau State, killing 2 residents and injuring many.
On the night of April 30, a large group of armed bandits attacked Sabon Layi community, Bakori Local Government Area, Katsina State, abducting at least 15 women.
(2) South Africa
Xenophobic riots break out in multiple cities. From April 22 to 27, successive xenophobic riots targeting foreigners erupted in East London, Cape Town, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal and other areas of South Africa. Rioters looted and vandalized foreign-owned shops, seizing medicines, clothing, food and other supplies.
Media reports on April 29 stated that recent xenophobic violence in South Africa has killed 3 foreigners, including 2 Nigerian citizens in Pretoria and 1 Ghanaian citizen in KwaZulu-Natal. South African authorities condemned the violence and stated perpetrators will be brought to justice. South African police have arrested over 1,000 suspects involved.
Chinese Embassies and Consulates in South Africa issued four consecutive security alerts within eight days, reminding overseas Chinese and Chinese-funded enterprises in South Africa to stay vigilant, strengthen precautions, evacuate dangerous areas in a timely manner and ensure personal and property safety.
(3) Mali
Transitional government declares situation under control. On the night of April 28, Mali’s Transitional President Goita delivered a televised address, stating the current situation has been brought under control, and the military will continue operations until the complete elimination of armed groups involved in the April 25 attacks. He added the synchronized multi-location attacks on April 25 in Bamako, Kati, Mopti, Gao, Kidal and other regions were well-planned coordinated assaults. Mopping-up, manhunt and security operations are still ongoing.
(4) Sudan
Armed conflicts continue. From April 27 to May 3, sustained clashes broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) across Sudan. This week, the two warring sides fought fiercely for core areas in North Darfur, Kordofan, Sennar, Blue Nile and other states.
On April 27, RSF detained thousands of people including 20 doctors, over 1,470 civilians and 907 military personnel at a detention center in Al-Fashir, North Darfur. Due to harsh detention conditions, a cholera outbreak spread rapidly in the detained area, causing numerous civilian deaths.
On April 30, intense fighting erupted between government forces and RSF in Blue Nile State; a humanitarian aid convoy was struck by drones, forcing a full suspension of local relief operations.
From May 1 to 3, large-scale street battles and artillery attacks in West Kordofan resulted in heavy civilian casualties.
Armed conflict in Sennar leaves 7 police dead. On April 27, Sudanese police clashed with armed militants during routine patrols in Dinder National Park, central Sennar State, killing 7 police officers.
(5) Ghana
Armed attack in Upper East Region leaves 3 dead and 1 injured. On April 27, a military convoy escorting civilians in Ghana was ambushed by unidentified gunmen, killing 3 civilians and injuring 1. The convoy was escorting 140 civilians from Bawku to Bolgatanga, capital of Upper East Region, and came under repeated gunfire. Troops killed 7 attackers and arrested 10 suspects.
(6) Uganda
Boat capsizing on Nguse River kills 8. On the night of April 28, a boat capsized on the Nguse River in Kagadi District, western Uganda, leaving 8 dead and many missing. Police stated the vessel carried 35 to 40 people, with overloading and poor vessel condition suspected as possible causes.
(7) Somalia
22 militants killed in southern operation. On April 29, the Somali Ministry of Defence announced Somali armed forces have recently launched targeted mopping-up operations in southern Somalia, killing a total of 22 al-Shabaab militants. The joint ground and air strikes were mainly conducted in Lower Shabelle Region.
Europe and America Region
(1) United States
Three shooting incidents leave 2 dead and 15 injured. On April 28, two shootings occurred in Washington D.C., leaving 5 injured in total. On May 2, a shooting in Amarillo, Texas, killed 2 and injured 10.
Stabbing in Washington State high school leaves 5 injured. On April 30, a stabbing incident happened at a high school in Tacoma, Washington State, injuring 4 students and 1 security guard. The suspect, a student, has been taken into police custody, and relevant details are under investigation.
(2) Ukraine
Russia-Ukraine armed conflict continues. From April 27 to May 3, Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine proceeded unabated. The Russian Ministry of Defence reported that over the past week, Russian forces launched large-scale strikes on Ukraine’s defense industrial complex and fuel and energy facilities using long-range high-precision weapons and attack drones. Russian tactical aviation, missile and artillery units delivered effective strikes against 141 targets including Ukraine’s energy and transportation infrastructure, as well as assembly, storage and launch sites for drones and unmanned surface vessels (USVs). Air defense systems shot down 2,571 fixed-wing drones. The Russian Black Sea Fleet destroyed 10 Ukrainian USVs in the Black Sea waters. Russian forces also seized two residential settlements in Donetsk and Sumy regions.
On the Ukrainian side, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated hundreds of battles took place along the frontline this week. Ukrainian troops repelled Russian offensives on multiple axes and launched multiple counterattacks, striking 5 Russian troop assembly areas and 4 drone control points, and shooting down 1,775 drones. Ukraine also targeted key Russian military and logistical facilities including radar stations, air defense systems, ammunition depots and oil depots in Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, Crimea and other regions. Ukrainian forces continued long-range drone strikes on multiple energy facilities within Russia, including the Perm Oil Refinery.
(3) Russia
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant hit by drone strike, 1 killed. On April 27, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Russia was attacked by Ukrainian drones, killing one staff member.
(4) United Kingdom
Multiple attacks leave 1 dead and 6 injured. On April 29, a stabbing attack occurred in Golders Green, London, injuring 2 people. A man armed with a knife attempted to stab Jewish civilians and was later arrested by police. UK police classified the incident as a terrorist attack.
On May 2, an attacker opened fire indiscriminately at pedestrians from a vehicle in Brixton, South London, killing 1 and injuring 3. About one hour after the shooting, another stabbing took place in Brixton, leaving one man injured. Police are investigating whether the two incidents are linked.
(5) Greece
Shooting in Athens leaves 5 injured. On April 28, a shooting incident outside a social insurance agency office in southwestern Athens, Greece, injured 5 people. An 89-year-old man armed with a shotgun opened fire on the fourth floor of the office building and later at a court building, causing 5 injuries. The suspect remains at large, and police have launched a large-scale manhunt.
(6) Mexico
Traffic accident in Nayarit kills 11. On May 1, a traffic accident occurred in Nayarit State, western Mexico, killing at least 11 people. A tourist coach overturned near Amatlán de Cañas, Nayarit; 6 died on the spot, another 5 succumbed to injuries in hospital, and at least 16 others were injured.
Maritime Security
(1) Eastern Pacific
U.S. military strike leaves 3 dead. Media reported on April 27 that U.S. Joint Task Force Southern Spear launched an attack on a suspected drug trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific on April 26, killing 3 people on board.
(2) Mediterranean Sea
Israel intercepts Global Solidarity Fleet and detains crew members. On April 29, the Israeli Navy intercepted the Global Solidarity Fleet near Crete, Greece in the Mediterranean Sea. The fleet consisted of 58 vessels carrying humanitarian aid supplies. Approximately 175 people on 22 ships were detained and taken to Israel, while the remaining vessels were forced to alter course.
In the early morning of April 30, a senior Hamas official condemned the interception as "piracy in violation of international law". More than ten countries including Turkey issued a joint statement strongly condemning Israel’s attack on the fleet. On the same day, the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement denouncing Israel’s detention of 3 Colombian crew members and demanding their immediate release.
(3) Somalia
Cargo ship hijacked. On the night of April 26, the UK Maritime Trade Operations Office reported a cargo vessel was hijacked by unidentified assailants about 6 nautical miles northeast of Gar’ad, northeastern Somalia. The vessel was forced to sail toward Somali territorial waters.
(4) Libya
Broken migrant boat leaves 17 dead. On April 29, the Libyan Red Crescent stated a migrant boat stranded at sea for 8 days due to mechanical failure near Tobruk, eastern Libya, leaving 17 dead and 7 rescued.
