Guides · Updated 2026-10-27
Frequently asked questions
What is JellyDock Conflict Watch?
A free website that places reported conflict events on a world map and links every report to its original publisher. Each country also has a background page written by our editors. See About.
Where does the information come from?
From publisher news feeds, humanitarian sources and news data services. The full list is on the Data Sources page. We show headlines and links only; the reporting belongs to the publishers.
Why is an event I read about not on the map?
An event is drawn on the map only when at least two independent outlets report it and the location is known at city level. Single-source reports appear in news lists as “Unverified · 1 source”. Some events are also missing because the outlets that reported them are not in our feeds, or because the headline did not name a place we could match.
Why don’t you show who carried out an attack?
Responsibility for attacks is often claimed falsely, denied, or disputed for a long time. Putting one side’s claim on a map would present it as fact. We leave that to the original reports, where you can see who said what.
Why are there no casualty numbers?
Early figures are frequently revised and differ between sources. Instead of repeating one number, we link to the reports so you can see each source’s figures and dates. Flame size only shows which of three broad damage levels was reported by at least two outlets.
How often is the site updated?
New reports are collected about every 15 minutes. Each list shows when it was last updated. Country background pages are reviewed periodically and show the date of their last review.
Is the information reliable enough for safety decisions?
No. The site is for general information only. It is not an emergency or alert service. Follow instructions from local authorities and official alert systems.
Do you take sides?
No. We apply the same rules to every country and party, and we do not accept payment to change what is shown. See the Editorial Policy.
How is the site funded?
By advertising. Ads are clearly labelled, are kept away from the map controls, and never influence what we cover. Pages about events with casualties do not show ads until reviewed.
I found a mistake. How do I report it?
Use the “Report a problem” link on the event page or the contact form. Include the page link and what is wrong. We review every report.
Can I use your map or text?
You may share our own text, groupings and map views with a link back to the page. Headlines, articles and videos belong to their publishers. See the Terms of Use.