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Opinion Papers
ICJ Genocide Case Lays Bare Buddhism’s Moral Crisis in Myanmar
Source: The Irrawaddy | Commentary By Hpone Myat
In short, Buddhism in Myanmar has been in a moral crisis for decades. It happened not due to an external enemy but because of the actions of some influential monks who support the Myanmar military and its dictatorship. In return, the military fully backs them.
Loyalties Shift in Myawaddy as Myanmar Junta Calls Armed Groups to Heel
Source: The Irrawaddy
The Myanmar military has warned two ethnic Karen armed groups to ensure that its Infantry Battalion 275 in Myawaddy on the Thai border does not come under attack again, according to a source close to the groups.
ASIA/MYANMAR – A new church opens amid conflict: a sign of faith and hope
Source: Agenzia Fides
The blessing of a new Catholic church and a grotto with the statue of Our Lady of Lourdes, the “Regina Pacis,” is a significant event in the Diocese of Myitkyina, the capital of Kachin State in northern Myanmar.
“Illegitimate elections yield illegitimate results”: UN expert urges rejection of Myanmar junta’s sham poll results
Source: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights | Press Release
“While the election results within Myanmar have never been in doubt, the election result that matters most is the response of the international community,” Andrews warned.
Bangladesh slams Myanmar over Rohingya case submission at UN court
Source: Anadolu Ajansı | By Kanyshai Butun
Dhaka urges Burmese junta to recognize Rohingya community as ‘integral part’ of their society and state in Myanmar