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19 civilians killed in Myanmar junta air strikes
The military junta is facing widespread resistance after its 2021 coup, with soldiers accused of targeting civilian communities using air and artillery strikes.
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Myanmar junta chief warns of ‘counterattacks’
The junta’s territory losses near the Chinese border have intensified, particularly after alliances of ethnic minority groups—namely the Arakan Army (AA), Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA), and Ta'ang National Liberation Army (TNLA)—teamed up with the PDF to resist the regime.
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Thousands of Rohingya Flee Violence in Myanmar, Seek Safety in Bangladesh
Mohammad Shamsud Douza, a senior official overseeing refugee matters for the Bangladeshi government. His statement marks the first time the government has released an estimate of how many Rohingya have entered Bangladesh recently.
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Myanmar Military Labeled Brotherhood Alliance as "Terrorist Organizations"
In a statement released on Monday (2 September), the regime accused the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA), Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA), and Arakan Army (AA) — the armed faction of the United League of Arakan — of carrying out “terrorist acts,” including bombings in civilian areas and the destruction of state-owned infrastructure and buildings.
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Death Toll Reaches 71, Millions Stranded as Disease Outbreak Looms
More than 580,000 families remain stranded across 11 flood-affected districts, urgently in need of food, clean water, medicine, and dry clothing.
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1,132 women killed by Myanmar junta since coup : Report
The report, titled "Women Behind Bars in the Spring Revolution," highlights the critical role women have played in the resistance against the military regime, leading protests and facing brutal repression in return.
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Prof Yunus seeks UNHCR's support for Rohingya repatriation
In the conversation, Grandi commended Prof. Yunus, acknowledging the significant challenge he has undertaken in rebuilding Bangladesh, according to a statement from the Chief Adviser's Press Wing.
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Villagers Convicted of Arakan Army Ties; Hundreds Remain in Custody
The villagers were taken to Sittwe after a raid on their village in May. During the raid, junta soldiers, along with Arakan Liberation Party and Muslim militias, killed more than 70 people and detained over 300.
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In Myanmar's Conflict, Sexual Violence Escalates as a Tool of Oppression
This year, the United Nations shone a light on a staggering increase in global conflict-related sexual violence, verifying 3,688 cases—a 50% rise from the previous year.
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NUG Official Claims 70% of Myanmar Under Resistance Control, Urges Japan to Pressure Junta
According to Tin Tun Naing, the NUG and its allied ethnic groups believe the junta is nearing collapse, as the morale among its soldiers has plummeted, leading to increasing defections. The country has also been experiencing severe economic instability since the military took power.
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Rohingya Refugees Step Up: Aid 3,000 Flood-Hit Families in Bangladesh
The Ukhiya Kutupalong Refugee Community, which organized the effort, shared that the relief packages also included cash and various other food items, all aimed at helping families in desperate need.
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Junta Creates Artificial Food Crisis as Residents Are Evicted in Rakhine
The junta's tactics in Rakhine create a food crisis, forcing residents to flee.
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Arakan Army Captures Key Naval Base, Escalating Rakhine Conflict
The Arakan Army captures Maung Shwe Lay Naval Base, escalating the conflict in Rakhine State.
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BGB Steps Up Security to Prevent Border Crossings to India
BGB intensifies measures to prevent unauthorized border crossings into India amid rising tensions.
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Earthquake of Magnitude 5.1 Hits Bay of Bengal
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake strikes the Bay of Bengal, with its epicenter located 10 kilometers deep.
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Stateless Rohingya Place Their Trust in Bangladeshi Leader Yunus
Last week, Yunus assured diplomats and U.N. officials that his interim government "will continue to support" Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh.
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Arakan Army wants to wipe out Rohingyas : Rohingya Woman
Doctors Without Borders (MSF), which operates multiple clinics in Cox’s Bazar, reported treating 54 people with “war wounds” between August 5-11, nearly half of whom were women and children.
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Experts Warn of Escalating Rohingya Crackdown in Myanmar
Back in 2017, hundreds of thousands of Rohingya were forced to flee Myanmar to Bangladesh due to a military campaign now under investigation by the United Nations for possible genocide.
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China Boosts Border Patrols with Myanmar Amid Intensified Conflict
The enhanced patrols, which include air surveillance, will target towns such as Ruili, Zhenkang, and other key border areas, as announced by the military on Monday.
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Modi and Biden Discuss Bangladesh Situation in Phone Call
The conversation, initiated by Biden, covered a range of topics including bilateral relations, regional issues, and global concerns.