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Myanmar on ‘path to self-destruction’ if violence does not end has been no end to the violence, even though thousands have been killed and thousands more injured,” said UN Special Envoy to Myanmar, Julie Bishop, on Tuesday, briefing the General Assembly. “I have stressed consistently without a ceasefire, a de-escalation of violence & focus on the needs of the people, there can be no inclusive lasting peace,” she said. Call for ceasefire.

Having spoken with survivors among the rubble of homes, hospitals and schools, Ms. Bishop said they “wanted fighting to end so they could live in peace,” as armed clashes continue to obstruct the aid reconstruction effort. Although some parties to conflict announced ceasefires, “they have largely not been observed,” she said. Reiterating her call for an end to hostilities she said civilian protection “must be the priority and inclusive and sustainable peace a shared goal.”
Without an end to the violence she said Myanmar would continue on “the path to self-destruction.”