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Abuse, conscription, drug addiction: Myanmar refugees speak of life in Shan State
Source: The New Humanitarian
“Both groups taxed us heavily,” Sai Zam Aung said, reiterating claims made by civilians in several other areas of Myanmar about being forced to make impossible choices under pressure from differing warring parties.
News Feature | Antonio Graceffo, PhD
MNDAA Reinforces Lashio, Defying Chinese Demands
Source: Irrawaddy
The Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) is reinforcing troops, ammunition and other supplies in the northern Shan State capital, Lashio, despite pressure from China to withdraw from the city.
Irrawaddy
Urgent need to protect children amid escalating conflict in Myanmar
Source: UNICEF
The humanitarian crisis in Myanmar is reaching a critical inflexion point, with escalating conflict and climate shocks putting children and families at unprecedented risk.
Statement | UNICEF
Unsung Heroes: Stories of Detainment
Source: Assistance Association for Political Prisoners
We could not fill these pages with the stories of all of the heroes of the Spring Revolution. However, we hope that by telling the stories of heroes as well as perhaps lesser-known ordinary people, from across the country
Thematic Report | Assistance Association for Political Prisoners
No major steps so far to resolve Rohingya crisis: new envoy
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
Newly appointed High Representative for Rohingya Affairs Dr Khalilur Rahman criticized the lack of significant action on the ongoing Rohingya crisis saying no major initiative was taken by now to resolve the issue.
Tanzim Anwar
No Change in Armed Movements Despite DKBA Orders in Payathonzu Township
Source: Burma News International
Despite orders prohibiting armed movements in Payathonzu Township, members of the Democratic Karen Buddhist Army (DKBA), which controls the area along the Thai-Myanmar border, continue to carry weapons in public.
Independent Mon News Agency
Revolution Without Borders: Myanmar Exiles Fighting the Junta From Abroad
Source: Irrawaddy
Daw Sandar Thwin and fellow political detainees formed the Women’s Organization of Political Prisoners on January 15 this year to support women jailed for opposing the military regime.
News Feature | Yuzana
Min Aung Hlaing Welcomes More Chinese Private Security Firms in Its Territory
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News
China is Myanmar’s largest investor among 52 nations worldwide, and General Min Aung Hlaing frequently pledged that he would safeguard them. However, it is unlikely that he would work with a foreign private security firm.
Hurn Kayang
Fears Grow for Saffron Revolution Monk Detained in Myanmar
Source: Irrawaddy
The abbot of Metta Parami Monastery in Buffalo, New York, U Pinnya Zawta was arrested on Nov. 13 in Mingaladon Township, Yangon while visiting for religious purposes on a visa from the Myanmar Embassy in Washington.
Irrawaddy
52 Religious Buildings Destroyed in Karenni State During Military Coup, Mostly Due to Heavy Artillery Strikes
Source: Kantarawaddy Times
This includes 16 in Dee Maw Hso Township, 15 in Pekon Township, 9 in Loikaw Township, 5 in Pruso Township, 3 in Parsaung and Mese Townships, and 1 in Bawlake Township. Among these, 20 buildings were destroyed in 2022 alone, marking the highest number in a single year.
Kantarawaddy Times
ILO step-ups action against Myanmar government
Source: Ecotextile News
There were 556 cases of alleged labour and human rights violations at 266 factories linked to international brands, by the end of June this year.
Haydn Davis
Myanmar militia arrests and deports hundreds of Chinese scammers
Source: Radio Free Asia
The centers are often run by Chinese gangs and are notorious for luring unsuspecting people into jobs that entail going online to contact and defraud people, many in China.
RFA Burmese
Myanmar Junta Boss Says He Promised Chinese, ASEAN Leaders to Hold ‘Fair Election’
Source: Irrawaddy
Min Aung Hlaing said he told government leaders from China and fellow Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries that he would organize a free and fair election and invite international observers to witness it.
Maung KAVI
China’s joint security proposal sparks controversy in Myanmar
Source: Voice of America
“The junta’s failure to control the revolution has forced China to explore alternative measures,”
Nyein Chan Aye
Myanmar’s behaviour risks undermining ASEAN centrality: Ng Eng Hen
Source: Channel News Asia
Singapore’s defence minister says Myanmar’s actions could weaken a key principle that underpins the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Rachel Chan
KIA seizes SNA Camps on Kachin Sagaing Border
Source: Burma News International
A Kachin Independence Army (KIA)-led coalition seized three bases belonging to the junta-aligned Shanni Nationalities Army (SNA) in Homalin Township, Sagaing Region on 18 and 19 November 2024.
Kachin News Group
Myanmar led world in landmine victims in 2023: monitor
Source: France24
Landmines and unexploded munitions claimed more victims in Myanmar than in any other country last year, a monitor said on Wednesday, with over 1,000 people killed or wounded in the country.
Agence France-Presse
EU Statement – UN General Assembly 3rd Committee: Before adoption of the resolution on human rights of Rohingya Muslims and other minorities in Myanmar
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the United Nations in New York
The European Union is proud to introduce and sponsor this annual resolution on the situation of human rights of Rohingya Muslims and other minorities in Myanmar alongside the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
Statement | European Union
Myanmar: Private Meeting : What’s In Blue
Source: Security Council Report
Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on Myanmar Julie Bishop and Special Envoy of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Chair on Myanmar Alounkeo Kittikhoun are expected to brief.
Security Council Report
Beijing Says Myanmar Rebel Leader In China For ‘Medical Care’
Source: BARRON’S
Beijing said Tuesday that the head of a Myanmar ethnic minority armed group had come to China for “medical care”, after news reports in its war-torn neighbour said he had been arrested on China’s order
Agence France Presse
Chinese Factory Calls for Myanmar Junta to Break Strike
Source: Irrawaddy
A Chinese-owned sculpture factory in Hlaing Tharyar Township, Yangon, has sought military action to end a strike in response to the assault of two female staff.
Irrawaddy
Malaysia to address Rohingya refugees issue as ASEAN 2025 chair, says Foreign Minister
Source: Asia News Network
Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan added that Malaysia remains committed to pursuing efforts for a peaceful resolution in Myanmar, and will engage with Myanmar stakeholders for inclusive political dialogue aimed at achieving a peaceful and sustainable resolution.
Ho Jia Wen; Arfa Yunus; Teh Athira Yusof
Fresh Chinese support may not be enough to save Myanmar junta
Source: Radio Free Asia
The regime faces dug-in opponents on many fronts amid strong anti-China sentiment.
Zachary Abuza
Aircraft coming! : Impacts of air strikes on local communities and villagers’ protection strategies in Southeast Burma since the 2021 coup.
Source: Karen Human Rights Group
In Southeast Burma, the ‘four cuts’ strategy has been reinvigorated by the Burma Army, attacking civilians and armed resistance fighters alike.
Thematic Report | Karen Human Rights Group
Myanmar’s KIA Says Rare Earth Mining Set to Resume in Pangwa-Chipwi Area
Source: Irrawaddy
The KIA/KIO has rules and policies in place for rare earth mining, said Colonel Naw Bu, the spokesperson of the group.
Hein Htoo Zan