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Opinion Papers
Rakhine’s Children Growing Up Under a Rain of Bombs
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Aung Marm Oo
According to local civil society groups working in Rakhine, children are suffering deep and escalating psychological trauma as Myanmar’s military intensifies its air campaign.
Arakan Army Surrounds Myanmar’s Western Naval Bases, Sparking Intense Battles
Source: The Irrawaddy | By Lin Thit
Fighting has intensified around the Myanmar Navy’s western bases in Sittwe and Kyaukphyu after the ethnic Arakan Army (AA) declared it was close to seizing all of Rakhine State.
Second Regime Arms Convoy Reaches Kachin as Major Offensive Looms
Source: The Irrawaddy | By by Myo Pyae
Col. Naw Bu disputed the ministry’s claim, saying the convoy mostly carried weapons and ammunition. “All the vehicles from the convoy entered the Northern Command in Myitkyina,” he said.
Myanmar ties crucial for security as India rejects calls to isolate junta regime
Source: The Telegraph | By Anita Joshua
Vikram Misri says disengagement creates space for rival powers while Modi raises democracy peace process and border security concerns with Myanmar leader
Won’t allow our territory to be used against India’s interests: Myanmar
Source: The Indian Express | By Shubhajit Roy
In the past, India has repeatedly expressed concern over Northeast insurgent groups operating from within Myanmar.