Top 10 Most Deadly
Terrorist/Rebel Groups
in 2014

IntelCenter's Most Deadly Group Rankings shows terrorist and rebel groups by the number of people each group killed in 2014. The number injured is also shown.

The top 10 most deadly groups in the world based on incidents in 2014 as of 25 Jul. 2014 are shown below. The pie chart shows what percentage of killed each of the top groups represent. The pie chart shows both the Islamic State (IS) and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). This is reflective of the group's name change during the period and these should be considered as one with a percentage of 16%. Their scores below were combined to reflect the Islamic State's ranking as the second-most deadly group. Up-to-the-minute rankings for all groups are contained in the IntelCenter Database (ICD).

There were a total of 2,492 incidents attributed to a specific terrorist or rebel group in 2014. A total of 9,476 people were killed and 3,777 injured in these incidents for an average killed per incident of four and an average injured of two.

Methodology Note:
Incidents not directly attributed to or claimed by a group are not counted. For example, while most attacks in a region may be believed to be executed by group X. They are only counted if the group actually claims the attack or other statements directly attribute the attack to group X. In some regions this often results in an underreporting of actual attacks done by that group. In addition, while IntelCenter makes every attempt to identify all incidents, the nature of reporting makes that nearly impossible. These numbers should be viewed as minimums with the total number likely higher where it could be expected to be so. The original source data for all incidents shown here is located in the Incident Component of the IntelCenter Database (ICD).

The IntelCenter Database (ICD) allows users to easily track threats, tactics and targeting along with many other metrics related to terrorist and rebel groups. As of 25 Jul. 2014, the ICD has more then 136,000 records on terrorist and rebel activity. IntelCenter also provides analytical support services.

Reporting and original source materials are contained in the IntelCenter Database (ICD). Sign up for a free 10-day trial of the ICD and see additional details by clicking here. IntelCenter has available similar analysis for other groups and subjects. For more information, to schedule an online WebEx demo or to discuss how IntelCenter can assist with your needs, email info@intelcenter.com or call 800-719-8750.