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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.

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.

It’s Time for the Leadership of Myanmar’s NUG to Step Up
February 24, 2023

It’s Time for the Leadership of Myanmar’s NUG to Step Up

By Luke Hunt
Western sanctions should be welcomed but the country's opposition must do more.
EU Imposes Sixth Round of Sanctions Against Military-Ruled Myanmar
February 22, 2023

EU Imposes Sixth Round of Sanctions Against Military-Ruled Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
Among those listed are the junta's energy minister, and a number of private companies believed to be funneling arms, funds, and fuel to the military.

Why is Myanmar’s Air Force Bombing Civilian Targets?
February 21, 2023

Why is Myanmar’s Air Force Bombing Civilian Targets?

By Sribala Subramanian
The attacks are “terrifying” residents of border areas and neighboring countries.

In War-Torn Karenni State, Civilians Bear the Brunt of the Junta’s Attacks
February 16, 2023

In War-Torn Karenni State, Civilians Bear the Brunt of the Junta’s Attacks

By Alar Corritti, Mie Mie, Matthias, and Ko Banya
Over 40 percent of the Karenni population has been forced to flee their homes since May 2021.

Oliver Slow on the Mindset of Myanmar’s Military
February 15, 2023

Oliver Slow on the Mindset of Myanmar’s Military

By Sebastian Strangio
"They view themselves as the only ones capable of keeping the country together – something that goes back to the military's foundation as an anti-colonial fighting force."
It’s Time for Myanmar’s Neighbors to Sideline the Military Junta
February 14, 2023

It’s Time for Myanmar’s Neighbors to Sideline the Military Junta

By Jordan Eriksson
For their own interests, if nothing else, India, Thailand, and China need to throw their support behind the country's resistance movement.

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