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US Imposes New Sanctions on Military-Ruled Myanmar
March 27, 2023

US Imposes New Sanctions on Military-Ruled Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
The latest round of sanctions aims to cut off the Myanmar military's access to aviation fuel, following a series of deadly airstrikes on civilian populations.

UN Participating in Pilot Rohingya Repatriation Project, Despite Safety Concerns
March 20, 2023

UN Participating in Pilot Rohingya Repatriation Project, Despite Safety Concerns

By Sebastian Strangio
A leaked email from the U.N. resident coordinator in Myanmar reveals that U.N. boats were used to transport junta officials to Bangladesh last week.
Should Myanmar Be Declared a Failed State?
March 20, 2023

Should Myanmar Be Declared a Failed State?

By Luke Hunt
There is mounting evidence that the military administration has lost its hold on the country.

ICC Asked to Expand Investigations After Further Massacres in Myanmar
March 14, 2023

ICC Asked to Expand Investigations After Further Massacres in Myanmar

By Luke Hunt
Victims were reportedly decapitated, amputated, and disemboweled in a grisly incident in Sagaing Region.

Myanmar’s NUG Rebel Government Needs Money
March 10, 2023

Myanmar’s NUG Rebel Government Needs Money

By David Hutt
Western financial aid to the opposition movement could help unify the anti-junta resistance, and even tip the balance in its favor.

As the Conflict Worsens, Myanmar’s Junta Arms the Populace
March 09, 2023

As the Conflict Worsens, Myanmar’s Junta Arms the Populace

By Lian Bawi Thang
The military administration's recent decision to permit civilian ownership of firearms will generate further political chaos and instability.

More Grim Tidings From Myanmar
March 07, 2023

More Grim Tidings From Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
A report from the U.N. Human Rights Office claims that conflict has affected 80 percent of the country's 330 townships over the past two years.
Why Inclusion Matters for Myanmar’s Resistance
March 06, 2023

Why Inclusion Matters for Myanmar’s Resistance

By Thomas Kean and Hnin Thet Hmu Khin
In defiance of prevailing patriarchal norms, young women are playing instrumental roles in the country's “Spring Revolution."

On Myanmar, the World Needs to Save ASEAN From Itself
March 03, 2023

On Myanmar, the World Needs to Save ASEAN From Itself

By David Hutt
Having failed to push forward a resolution to Myanmar's conflict, the Southeast Asian bloc needs a face-saving way of admitting defeat.

Malaysia’s Anwar Voices Concern About Myanmar Refugee Crisis
March 02, 2023

Malaysia’s Anwar Voices Concern About Myanmar Refugee Crisis

By Sebastian Strangio
The Malaysian leader claimed that 200,000 Myanmar nationals have now sought refuge in his country.

Foreign Firms Still Aiding Aviation Fuel Shipments to Myanmar Military
March 01, 2023

Foreign Firms Still Aiding Aviation Fuel Shipments to Myanmar Military

By Sebastian Strangio
Despite international sanctions, shipments of aviation fuel continue to reach the country, according to a new report.
China, Myanmar Have Resumed Work on Railway Project, Report Says
March 01, 2023

China, Myanmar Have Resumed Work on Railway Project, Report Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Work on the long-planned Muse-Kyaukphyu line is once again inching forward, but construction is likely many years off.

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