FAQ 

What is the Tension War Index (TWI)?

TWI is a unified numerical index that measures the level of tension or open war between countries. It converts daily geopolitical events into a clear score from 0 to 300, allowing users to track the real state of each conflict.

 

Why does this index exist?

Global conflicts produce a constant stream of chaotic, contradictory information. TWI organizes this information into a measurable, comparable indicator — making escalation trends visible and understandable.

 

How is the index calculated?

TWI analyzes thousands of daily signals: military activity, diplomatic statements, economic measures, intelligence reports, political shifts, and more. Each event is classified, weighted, and scored by the model, producing an aggregated escalation level.

 

What data sources are used?

The system relies on verified open-source intelligence (OSINT), major international media, official government releases, satellite-tracked activity, diplomatic channels, and economic/political indicators. Only publicly available data is used.

 

How often is the index updated?

The index is updated daily, combining automated event analysis with human analytical review to ensure accuracy and reliability.

 

What is the difference between Tension and War?

0–99: Tension — rising risks, military pressure, hostile rhetoric, sanctions, mobilization signals, and early escalation indicators.

 

100–199: Limited War — sustained military operations, large-scale strikes, active fronts, territorial clashes, and managed escalation without full national mobilization.

 

200–300: Full-Scale War — total war dynamics, nationwide mobilization, systemic strikes on critical infrastructure, large territorial offensives, direct great-power involvement, and escalation with global spillover risks.

 

Why do different conflicts show different values?

Each conflict has unique drivers and escalation patterns. The model evaluates every event within its specific geopolitical context, resulting in different scores even if events appear similar on the surface.

 

Can I use or cite the TWI data?

Yes. You may reference or link to the index in research, articles, reports, and academic work, as long as you credit the source.

 

Who is this index for?

Researchers, journalists, analysts, policymakers, businesses, students, and anyone who wants an objective, data-driven view of global stability and conflict escalation.

 

Is the TWI powered by AI?

Yes. The engine uses machine intelligence for large-scale signal processing, but every daily output is reviewed and validated by human analysts to maintain accuracy.

 

Will you expand to more conflicts?

Yes. The platform will gradually include new regions, additional conflicts, weekly and monthly retrospective reports, deeper visuals, and more detailed analytical layers.

 

How reliable is the index?

TWI combines automated data classification with human verification. Each event is assigned a reliability score, and the final index reflects both signal strength and confirmed trustworthiness.