Violence in Myanmar escalated after the coup as self-defense forces opposed the junta, warning of “huge” human costs if the regime used all its strength in subsequent repression.
Kyiv. Ukraine. Ukraine Gate – June 29, 2021 – International News
According to a local monitoring group, Myanmar is experiencing a situation following the February coup that ousted the government of Aung San Suu Kyi, which killed more than 880 people.
In some areas, locals – often using hunting rifles or weapons made in makeshift jungle factories – have set up “defense forces” to repel.
In response, the military used helicopters and artillery, including against groups in the northwestern state of Chin and along the eastern border with Thailand.
“The human costs will be enormous – especially for women, children and the elderly, who face the greatest difficulties due to violence and displacement,” the International Crisis Group said.
The ICG said the clashes took place in areas where there had been no conflict for decades, forcing humanitarian agencies to take part in the race to establish new operations and supply lines.
The military coup in Myanmar
Mass protests in Myanmar have been going on since early February after military countries ousted the country’s civilian leadership, led by Aung San Suu Kyi, on February 1 and declared a state of emergency for a year.
Aung San Suu Kyi and President Wing Myung are under arrest. The military justified its actions by allegations of manipulation in the November parliamentary elections, which were won by Suu Kyi’s party. International observers called the election free and fair. A number of countries around the world have condemned the coup and demanded the release of arrested politicians.
About 37 journalists have been arrested, including 19 who remain in custody, the UN human rights office in Geneva said on Tuesday.
Myanmar’s military junta has shut down the Internet in some cities and banned newspapers.
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Source: Ukrgate