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The Battle for Myanmar

The Battle for Myanmar

By Allegra Mendelson
The strong, armed resistance movement surprised the regime, but without greater international support, the situation will likely continue to deteriorate.

Can Defections Take Down Myanmar’s Military?

Can Defections Take Down Myanmar’s Military?

By Robert Bociaga
The post-coup resistance movement has its sights set on toppling the Tatmadaw once and for all – including by weakening the military from within.
Myanmar’s All-Out War in the Making

Myanmar’s All-Out War in the Making

By Robert Bociaga
With both the NUG and the junta convinced of an inevitable victory, Myanmar is heading toward an even more violent period.

Richard Horsey on Myanmar 7 Months After the Coup

Richard Horsey on Myanmar 7 Months After the Coup

By Sebastian Strangio
“A new political paradigm may be emerging in Myanmar... The youth-led resistance has bridged ethnic divides in a way that appears genuinely new and important.”

Between COVID and the Coup, a Humanitarian Emergency Is Underway in Myanmar

Between COVID and the Coup, a Humanitarian Emergency Is Underway in Myanmar

By Robert Bociaga
A looming humanitarian disaster proves the West’s unwillingness to counter the junta.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Myanmar, Six Months After the Coup

Myanmar, Six Months After the Coup

Moe Thuzar, Khin Zaw Win, and Nicholas Coppel discuss the situation in Myanmar six months after the military seized power.

David and Goliath: Myanmar’s Armed Resistance at the Crossroads

David and Goliath: Myanmar’s Armed Resistance at the Crossroads

By Robert Bociaga
“We can’t just wait to get help until we die”: More and more protesters see no hope for a return to democracy outside of taking up arms.
How the Milk Tea Alliance Is Remaking Myanmar

How the Milk Tea Alliance Is Remaking Myanmar

By Jasmine Chia and Scott Singer
Why the social media-based movement, and not ASEAN, offers a vision for a democratic and federalist Myanmar.

Life in Hiding: Myanmar’s Civil Disobedience Movement

Life in Hiding: Myanmar’s Civil Disobedience Movement

By Robert Bociaga
Despite dwindling funds and constant fear of arrest, most members of the CDM remain adamant that they won't return to work until democracy is restored.

The Danger of Defending the Defenseless in Myanmar

The Danger of Defending the Defenseless in Myanmar

By Robert Bociaga
Lawyers that offer to represent protesters detained by the junta are themselves facing abduction and arrest.

Myanmar Protests Continue After ASEAN Peace Initiative

Myanmar Protests Continue After ASEAN Peace Initiative

By Associated Press
After chanting their opposition to the junta and listening to speeches, the protesters quickly scattered to avoid any confrontation with police or soldiers.
Myanmar Charges Doctors Over Civil Disobedience Protests

Myanmar Charges Doctors Over Civil Disobedience Protests

By Associated Press
Doctors, nurses, and medical students have marched and joined strikes to show their opposition to the military coup.

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