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Opinion Papers
Junta forces demolish Muslim villages near Sittwe battalions citing security concern
Source: Narinjara News | By Khaing Lu Hla
The destruction began on 3 April targeting Thandawli and Imabari Muslim villages, situated in close proximity to the number 12 police battalion headquarters.
The Burma War’s Impact on Food Production
Source: Mizzima | By Antonio Graceffo
When asked about how the war is affecting food security, Marco Brun del Re, Technical Advisor at Earth Mission Asia’s Natural Farm School, responded bluntly: “They’re just bombing the farms. And they’re killing farmers.”
Above the Clouds: A Journey to Loi Tai Leng, Where Hope and Conflict Meet
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By Sai Harn Lin
Despite calls for unity, tensions remain. Clashes between the RCSS/SSA and the SSPP/SSA have yet to be resolved. According to General Yawd Serk, discussions are still at the “negotiation stage.”
Min Aung Hlaing’s rise in Myanmar matters to India—he is closer to New Delhi than Beijing
Source: The Print | By Pradeep Nair
Min Aung Hlaing’s move for Myanmar’s presidential post aims for transition to civilian rule, giving the government some legitimacy, headed by a person who no longer dons a uniform
4 Rohingyas arrested over human trafficking charges in Dhaka
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
DB sources further stated that during preliminary interrogation, the suspects admitted to being involved in human trafficking for a long time. They have been sent to the court for further legal action.