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Myanmar: UN experts urge ‘course correction’ as civilian deaths exceed 6,000

Source: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights

Published on Dec. 2, 2024, 9:31 a.m.

“There are now 6,000 reminders that the international community is failing the people of Myanmar,” said the experts. “It is time for a change, starting with moving this disaster out of the shadows of international attention.

Press Release| Special Procedures, the Special Rapporteurs, Independent Experts and Working Groups

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No Medicine, No Medics: Isolation Exacerbates Arakan's Healthcare Crisis

Source: Development Media Group

Published on Dec. 2, 2024, 9:06 a.m.

Across Arakan State, drug shortages triggered by junta restrictions on travel and trade are plaguing residents

Kyaw Thu Htay | Development Media Group

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NUG and ethnic armed groups express support for ICC arrest warrant against Min Aung Hlaing

Source: Mizzima

Published on Dec. 2, 2024, 8:53 a.m.

The National Unity Government (NUG), Karen National Union (KNU), Karenni National Progressive Party (KNPP), and Chin National Front (CNF) welcome the joint statement released on 30 November regarding the ICC’s arrest warrant application against Min Aung Hlaing

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Bangladesh’s Foreign Policy on Myanmar: The Need for Broader Engagement

Source: Australian Institute of International Affairs

Published on Dec. 2, 2024, 8:44 a.m.

By addressing the Rohingya refugee crisis and leveraging strategic ties with the Arakan Army alongside international partners, Dhaka can strike a balance with Myanmar’s State Administration Council.

Analysis | Khandakar Tahmid Rejwan

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Chinland Council’s Op. Jericho Seizes Four Myanmar Junta Outposts

Source: Irrawaddy

Published on Dec. 2, 2024, 8:40 a.m.

The Chin National Army (CNA) and allied forces under the Chin Council have seized four regime outposts on the Timit Plain between the state capital of Hakha and Thantlang over the past week, according to the council.

Hein Htoo Zan | Irrawaddy

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Building bridges: A holistic approach to Myanmar’s democracy

Source: Democratic Voice of Burma

Published on Dec. 1, 2024, 10:37 a.m.

As Myanmar continues to grapple with the aftermath of the 2021 military coup and ongoing civil unrest, well-intentioned advocates are exploring various avenues to promote democracy in the beleaguered nation

James SHWE, Myanmar democracy activist

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Arakan insurgents are on the cusp of seizing power in West Myanmar. India faces tough choices

Source: The Print

Published on Dec. 1, 2024, 10:08 a.m.

The Arakan Army is now estimated to control eight-tenths of the province of Rakhine, raising speculation the region could be the first to be liberated from the control of the junta.

Praveen Swami

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Thailand seeks release of fishing crew, protests Myanmar attack on boats

Source: Bangkok Post

Published on Dec. 1, 2024, 9:35 a.m.

Authorities are negotiating for the release of four Thai crew members arrested with a fishing boat towed to Myanmar and protesting against a gun attack on 15 fishing boats early Friday morning.

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Rawang Ethnic Affairs Minister dies while serving on frontline in Myanmar

Source: Mizzima

Published on Nov. 30, 2024, 12:04 p.m.

Rawang Ethnic Affairs Minister Chan Sin Zee, also known as Chan Joram, a leading member of the Kagabu People’s Force (KPF) and a 2020 election winner, has died after falling ill while serving on the frontline, the KPF announced.

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Drug crackdown at the border: the Wa issue

Source: The Nation

Published on Nov. 30, 2024, 11:39 a.m.

Thai government faces challenges destroying drug production sites and safe houses in minority-dominated border areas

The Nation

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