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Soldier students: Job training gives hope to Myanmar's military defectors

Defectors from Myanmar's military and police are gaining new vocational skills to transition into civilian life after escaping oppression.
#landmines

Myanmar overtakes Syria as country with highest landmine casualties

Myanmar has the highest number of landmine casualties, surpassing Syria, due to increasing violence post-2021 military coup.

Sharp rise recorded in landmine casualties in 2023, warns report

The global casualties from landmines surged in 2023, reaching over 5,700, with civilians making up 84% of the victims.

Myanmar overtakes Syria as country with highest landmine casualties

Myanmar has the highest number of landmine casualties, surpassing Syria, due to increasing violence post-2021 military coup.

Sharp rise recorded in landmine casualties in 2023, warns report

The global casualties from landmines surged in 2023, reaching over 5,700, with civilians making up 84% of the victims.
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#china

Myanmar military government chief on first visit to ally China since coup

Myanmar's military chief visits China to strengthen ties amidst escalating conflict and military challenges.

China to Hold Live-Fire Drills Near War-Torn Myanmar

China conducts military drills near Myanmar's border to reinforce security and encourage peace in a country facing civil war.
Beijing's support for Myanmar's junta is coupled with a call for peace talks with rebel forces.

Myanmar's isolated junta chief visits China DW 11/05/2024

Min Aung Hlaing's visit to China indicates a push for stronger diplomatic and economic ties amid ongoing instability in Myanmar.

China steps up armed patrols on border as Myanmar conflict deepens

China's military escalates border patrols as conflict in Myanmar intensifies, resulting in injuries and damage to Chinese territory.

China Says It Just Brokered a Ceasefire Between Myanmar's Junta and Ethnic Guerrilla Groups

Myanmar's military has reached a ceasefire agreement with ethnic minority guerrilla groups after talks mediated by China.
China hopes that both parties in Myanmar will implement the agreement and solve issues through dialogue and consultations.

The World

Myanmar's revolutionary groups face challenges from ongoing Chinese support for the military junta.
US approval empowers Ukraine to launch deeper strikes into Russian territory.
Indian cities are pioneering effective strategies for citizen protection against heat waves.

Myanmar military government chief on first visit to ally China since coup

Myanmar's military chief visits China to strengthen ties amidst escalating conflict and military challenges.

China to Hold Live-Fire Drills Near War-Torn Myanmar

China conducts military drills near Myanmar's border to reinforce security and encourage peace in a country facing civil war.
Beijing's support for Myanmar's junta is coupled with a call for peace talks with rebel forces.

Myanmar's isolated junta chief visits China DW 11/05/2024

Min Aung Hlaing's visit to China indicates a push for stronger diplomatic and economic ties amid ongoing instability in Myanmar.

China steps up armed patrols on border as Myanmar conflict deepens

China's military escalates border patrols as conflict in Myanmar intensifies, resulting in injuries and damage to Chinese territory.

China Says It Just Brokered a Ceasefire Between Myanmar's Junta and Ethnic Guerrilla Groups

Myanmar's military has reached a ceasefire agreement with ethnic minority guerrilla groups after talks mediated by China.
China hopes that both parties in Myanmar will implement the agreement and solve issues through dialogue and consultations.

The World

Myanmar's revolutionary groups face challenges from ongoing Chinese support for the military junta.
US approval empowers Ukraine to launch deeper strikes into Russian territory.
Indian cities are pioneering effective strategies for citizen protection against heat waves.
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#economic-crisis

2 million at risk of starvation in Myanmar state amid total economic collapse'

Rakhine state in Myanmar faces an imminent risk of famine, potentially impacting two million people due to economic collapse and conflict.

Myanmar's cultural life continues to deteriorate amid civil war

The situation for Myanmar artists is deteriorating due to civil war, economic collapse, and government censorship, forcing many to flee the country.

2 million at risk of starvation in Myanmar state amid total economic collapse'

Rakhine state in Myanmar faces an imminent risk of famine, potentially impacting two million people due to economic collapse and conflict.

Myanmar's cultural life continues to deteriorate amid civil war

The situation for Myanmar artists is deteriorating due to civil war, economic collapse, and government censorship, forcing many to flee the country.
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#human-rights

Rights groups warn Myanmar military executing more anti-coup activists

Myanmar's military regime executed two anti-coup activists and plans to execute five more, raising serious concerns about due process and human rights violations.

Continued conflict leaves Myanmar mired in crisis: UN

Myanmar is experiencing unprecedented human suffering and criminal activity due to escalating conflict and lawlessness.

Snatched from their beds, taken on the streets - the young men in Myanmar forced to fight the junta's losing war

Myanmar's military is forcibly conscripting men amid a severe manpower crisis, causing widespread fear and prompting many to flee the country.

Myanmar journalists facing terror campaign' in deadliest year for media since coup

2024 marks the deadliest year for journalists in Myanmar since the military coup, with a concerted campaign of violence against the media.

U.N. Sees Human Rights Abyss' in Myanmar as Military Kills Civilians

Myanmar's military is responsible for thousands of civilian deaths, with ongoing violence exacerbating human rights violations and a severe humanitarian crisis.

Myanmar military chief visits China amid worsening civil war DW 11/06/2024

Min Aung Hlaing's visit to China signals strong backing from Beijing for Myanmar's military junta amid international isolation.

Rights groups warn Myanmar military executing more anti-coup activists

Myanmar's military regime executed two anti-coup activists and plans to execute five more, raising serious concerns about due process and human rights violations.

Continued conflict leaves Myanmar mired in crisis: UN

Myanmar is experiencing unprecedented human suffering and criminal activity due to escalating conflict and lawlessness.

Snatched from their beds, taken on the streets - the young men in Myanmar forced to fight the junta's losing war

Myanmar's military is forcibly conscripting men amid a severe manpower crisis, causing widespread fear and prompting many to flee the country.

Myanmar journalists facing terror campaign' in deadliest year for media since coup

2024 marks the deadliest year for journalists in Myanmar since the military coup, with a concerted campaign of violence against the media.

U.N. Sees Human Rights Abyss' in Myanmar as Military Kills Civilians

Myanmar's military is responsible for thousands of civilian deaths, with ongoing violence exacerbating human rights violations and a severe humanitarian crisis.

Myanmar military chief visits China amid worsening civil war DW 11/06/2024

Min Aung Hlaing's visit to China signals strong backing from Beijing for Myanmar's military junta amid international isolation.
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#armed-resistance

Muslims join Buddhist, Christian fighters to topple Myanmar's military

Muslims are participating in Myanmar's fight for democracy, forming alliances with diverse ethnic groups against military rule.

Reporters - Exclusive: Myanmar's young people take up arms against junta

Ethnic armies and pro-democracy fighters have seized over 400 Burmese army bases and 30 towns, threatening the ruling junta.
FRANCE 24 reporter secretly entered Myanmar and filmed the fighting between rebels and the junta, as well as following a rebel commander.

Muslims join Buddhist, Christian fighters to topple Myanmar's military

Muslims are participating in Myanmar's fight for democracy, forming alliances with diverse ethnic groups against military rule.

Reporters - Exclusive: Myanmar's young people take up arms against junta

Ethnic armies and pro-democracy fighters have seized over 400 Burmese army bases and 30 towns, threatening the ruling junta.
FRANCE 24 reporter secretly entered Myanmar and filmed the fighting between rebels and the junta, as well as following a rebel commander.
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The Indigenous faith that reveres its own alphabet as sacred | Aeon Essays

Laipianism, a unique Indigenous faith in Myanmar, reflects the local culture and identity amidst a predominant Christian population.
#pro-democracy-movement

Fighting Myanmar's Patriarchy, One All-Male Panel at a Time

The exclusion of women from leadership discussions in Myanmar hinders the effectiveness of the pro-democracy movement.

Aung San Suu Kyi's son fears Myanmar military will use her as human shield

Aung San Suu Kyi's transfer to house arrest may be a ploy by the military junta to use her as a human shield.

Fighting Myanmar's Patriarchy, One All-Male Panel at a Time

The exclusion of women from leadership discussions in Myanmar hinders the effectiveness of the pro-democracy movement.

Aung San Suu Kyi's son fears Myanmar military will use her as human shield

Aung San Suu Kyi's transfer to house arrest may be a ploy by the military junta to use her as a human shield.
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#ethnic-conflict

Myanmar's Military Asks Rebels to Stop Fighting and Join in Elections

The military junta in Myanmar has proposed political engagement with opposition forces for the first time since the coup.

Myanmar military urges anti-coup forces to give up struggle and join talks

Myanmar's military coup leaders are under significant pressure and have called for dialogue, which has been rejected by opponents.

Myanmar's Rohingya caught in crossfire of civil war DW 08/20/2024

The civil war in Myanmar exacerbates suffering among Rohingya due to fighting and blockades, leading to severe humanitarian crises.

Myanmar's Military Asks Rebels to Stop Fighting and Join in Elections

The military junta in Myanmar has proposed political engagement with opposition forces for the first time since the coup.

Myanmar military urges anti-coup forces to give up struggle and join talks

Myanmar's military coup leaders are under significant pressure and have called for dialogue, which has been rejected by opponents.

Myanmar's Rohingya caught in crossfire of civil war DW 08/20/2024

The civil war in Myanmar exacerbates suffering among Rohingya due to fighting and blockades, leading to severe humanitarian crises.
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#ethnic-armed-groups

Myanmar anti-coup forces target Mandalay in struggle to oust military

Myanmar's volunteer fighting forces, trained by ethnic armed groups, are challenging the military's control amidst ongoing conflict in the country.

Myanmar regime labels key ethnic armed groups terrorist' organisations

Myanmar military designates MNDAA, TNLA, and Arakan Army as terrorist groups, expanding restrictions and escalating conflict within the region.

Myanmar anti-coup forces target Mandalay in struggle to oust military

Myanmar's volunteer fighting forces, trained by ethnic armed groups, are challenging the military's control amidst ongoing conflict in the country.

Myanmar regime labels key ethnic armed groups terrorist' organisations

Myanmar military designates MNDAA, TNLA, and Arakan Army as terrorist groups, expanding restrictions and escalating conflict within the region.
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#refugees

Forced From Home by War, They Found Solace in Soccer

Soccer provides empowerment and a sense of freedom for women migrants from Myanmar in Thailand, allowing them to defy cultural norms.

Enough is enough': Rohingya demand end to violence in Myanmar

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh marked the seventh anniversary of their exodus with rallies, demanding an end to violence and safe return to Myanmar.

Forced From Home by War, They Found Solace in Soccer

Soccer provides empowerment and a sense of freedom for women migrants from Myanmar in Thailand, allowing them to defy cultural norms.

Enough is enough': Rohingya demand end to violence in Myanmar

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh marked the seventh anniversary of their exodus with rallies, demanding an end to violence and safe return to Myanmar.
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#flooding

Myanmar: Death toll from floods rises to 226 DW 09/17/2024

Flooding in Myanmar from Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 226 deaths and affected 631,000 people, obstructing vital aid delivery.

Typhoon Yagi death toll reaches 74 in Myanmar

Typhoon Yagi caused devastating flooding in Myanmar, resulting in at least 74 deaths and 89 missing, with rescue efforts hampered by ongoing civil conflict.

Myanmar ravaged by floods as Vietnam begins cleanup after Typhoon Yagi

Flooding in Myanmar and neighboring countries has resulted in displacement, significant destruction, and a rising death toll due to Typhoon Yagi.

At least 236 killed in Myanmar flooding from Typhoon Yagi

Typhoon Yagi has caused severe flooding and humanitarian crises in Myanmar, worsening the impact of the ongoing political conflict.

At least 226 killed in floods as Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in Myanmar

Typhoon Yagi has resulted in significant loss of life and exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar.

Myanmar: Death toll from floods rises to 226 DW 09/17/2024

Flooding in Myanmar from Typhoon Yagi has resulted in 226 deaths and affected 631,000 people, obstructing vital aid delivery.

Typhoon Yagi death toll reaches 74 in Myanmar

Typhoon Yagi caused devastating flooding in Myanmar, resulting in at least 74 deaths and 89 missing, with rescue efforts hampered by ongoing civil conflict.

Myanmar ravaged by floods as Vietnam begins cleanup after Typhoon Yagi

Flooding in Myanmar and neighboring countries has resulted in displacement, significant destruction, and a rising death toll due to Typhoon Yagi.

At least 236 killed in Myanmar flooding from Typhoon Yagi

Typhoon Yagi has caused severe flooding and humanitarian crises in Myanmar, worsening the impact of the ongoing political conflict.

At least 226 killed in floods as Typhoon Yagi wreaks havoc in Myanmar

Typhoon Yagi has resulted in significant loss of life and exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar.
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#military-coup

Myanmar's military intensifying killing and torture of civilians, UN says

Myanmar's military has killed 5,350 civilians since February 2021, intensifying violence against dissenters and leading to widespread arrests.

China's deadly divide-and-rule tactics in Myanmar risk shock waves across region | Simon Tisdall

Myanmar is facing a potential collapse post-2021 coup, threatening regional stability and humanitarian conditions for its people.

Myanmar: airstrike on school killed four children, witnesses say

An airstrike on a school in Myanmar's south-eastern Karenni state killed four children and injured at least 15 others.
Since seizing power in a coup in February 2021, Myanmar's military has relied on airstrikes and scorched earth tactics to push back against opposition.

Myanmar's military intensifying killing and torture of civilians, UN says

Myanmar's military has killed 5,350 civilians since February 2021, intensifying violence against dissenters and leading to widespread arrests.

China's deadly divide-and-rule tactics in Myanmar risk shock waves across region | Simon Tisdall

Myanmar is facing a potential collapse post-2021 coup, threatening regional stability and humanitarian conditions for its people.

Myanmar: airstrike on school killed four children, witnesses say

An airstrike on a school in Myanmar's south-eastern Karenni state killed four children and injured at least 15 others.
Since seizing power in a coup in February 2021, Myanmar's military has relied on airstrikes and scorched earth tactics to push back against opposition.
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#typhoon-yagi

Typhoon Yagi: scores dead from flooding in Myanmar

The floods in Myanmar, exacerbated by Typhoon Yagi, have led to significant loss of life and widespread displacement.

Typhoon Yagi: Myanmar makes rare request for aid report DW 09/14/2024

Myanmar's junta seeks foreign aid following Typhoon Yagi's devastating floods, marking a notable change in its humanitarian policy.

Typhoon Yagi: scores dead from flooding in Myanmar

The floods in Myanmar, exacerbated by Typhoon Yagi, have led to significant loss of life and widespread displacement.

Typhoon Yagi: Myanmar makes rare request for aid report DW 09/14/2024

Myanmar's junta seeks foreign aid following Typhoon Yagi's devastating floods, marking a notable change in its humanitarian policy.
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#democracy

The Full Report: The battle for the gateway to Myanmar

Myanmar is becoming a hub for global cybercrime amid civil war and struggles for democracy.

The Interview - Thai PM Srettha Thavisin believes in a 'more democratic' future for Thailand

Thavisin believes in a more democratic future for Thailand
Thavisin prioritizes improving the lives of Thai people

The Full Report: The battle for the gateway to Myanmar

Myanmar is becoming a hub for global cybercrime amid civil war and struggles for democracy.

The Interview - Thai PM Srettha Thavisin believes in a 'more democratic' future for Thailand

Thavisin believes in a more democratic future for Thailand
Thavisin prioritizes improving the lives of Thai people
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Myanmar says an ethnic alliance has seized a key city bordering China

Myanmar's military government has acknowledged withdrawing its forces from Laukkaing after it was taken over by an ethnic armed alliance.
The fall of Laukkaing is a significant defeat for the military government and underlines the pressure it is facing from various fronts.
The Three Brotherhood Alliance that captured Laukkaing is composed of ethnic armed groups, including the Kokang minority and the Arakan Army.

A Poet Goes to War

Poetry can inspire bravery in unconventional ways during times of conflict.
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