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03-02-2024, 06:45 PM
Three years after Myanmar’s military seized control and ousted a democratically elected government, the junta is struggling to retain its grip on power.
What’s happened since 2021?
Here's a look at key events that led Myanmar to its current state.
What’s the situation in Myanmar now?
After three years of turmoil, the nation has been left in tatters. According to the UN, about two-thirds of the country remains gripped by conflict. Some 2.6 million people have been displaced and 18.6 million are in dire need of humanitarian aid. Millions are without access to safe shelter, food or drinking water.
The death toll remains a challenge to verify. The UN said at least 4,400 civilians have been killed, but rights groups believe actual numbers are higher as many deaths are likely to have gone unreported.
Humanitarians say they are struggling to reach those in need, with military rulers heavily restricting the delivery of aid.
International communities are calling for junta leaders to be held accountable for atrocities against civilians. “There are killings, torture, arbitrary arrest, shelling, airstrikes, indiscriminate attacks on civilian populations,” said Mr John Quinley, director of Fortify Rights, a human rights group focused primarily on Myanmar.
“Those in command & control are responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Pushing for international accountability & holding perpetrators to justice are really important. “If there is ongoing impunity, these crimes will happen again. If world had held Min Aung Hlaing, who was the leader of the military during the Rohingya genocide, responsible, then you wouldn't have this military coup.”
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/mya...ta-4091861
What’s happened since 2021?
Here's a look at key events that led Myanmar to its current state.
What’s the situation in Myanmar now?
After three years of turmoil, the nation has been left in tatters. According to the UN, about two-thirds of the country remains gripped by conflict. Some 2.6 million people have been displaced and 18.6 million are in dire need of humanitarian aid. Millions are without access to safe shelter, food or drinking water.
The death toll remains a challenge to verify. The UN said at least 4,400 civilians have been killed, but rights groups believe actual numbers are higher as many deaths are likely to have gone unreported.
Humanitarians say they are struggling to reach those in need, with military rulers heavily restricting the delivery of aid.
International communities are calling for junta leaders to be held accountable for atrocities against civilians. “There are killings, torture, arbitrary arrest, shelling, airstrikes, indiscriminate attacks on civilian populations,” said Mr John Quinley, director of Fortify Rights, a human rights group focused primarily on Myanmar.
“Those in command & control are responsible for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Pushing for international accountability & holding perpetrators to justice are really important. “If there is ongoing impunity, these crimes will happen again. If world had held Min Aung Hlaing, who was the leader of the military during the Rohingya genocide, responsible, then you wouldn't have this military coup.”
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/mya...ta-4091861
