US EditionRisk of violence escalates in Myanmar's civil war as election looms
- Four years after the military coup, Myanmar is in a civil war that has devastated the country and left half the population in poverty, according to the United Nations.
- The opposition forces, including the Arakan Army, have made significant gains, capturing key areas from the junta, as reported by the BBC.
- The junta has intensified its tactics, including a new cybersecurity law and activating conscription, contributing to widespread poverty and unrest.
- Despite the junta's long-standing control, there is growing optimism among opposition forces about potentially overcoming the military regime.
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Myanmar junta's election plan risks escalating civil war
In the last two months, the junta has outlined plans to neighbours for an election in 2025, released the results of a census conducted to prepare voters lists, and announced in state media that it is working to ensure “stability” for the polls. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
Analysis-Risk of violence escalates in Myanmar's civil war as junta flags elections
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Four years after seizing power in a dawn coup that ousted an elected civilian government, Myanmar's embattled ruling generals are making their most concerted effort to gain legitimacy - by pushing to hold another election. Read full story
Risk of violence escalates in Myanmar's civil war as junta flags elections
BANGKOK - Four years after seizing power in a dawn coup that ousted an elected civilian government, Myanmar's embattled ruling generals are making their most concerted effort to gain legitimacy - by pushing to hold another election.
Four years after the coup, Myanmar remains on the brink
Four years after the military coup which plunged Myanmar into turmoil, the country is facing an unprecedented “polycrisis,” marked by economic collapse, intensifying conflict, complex climate hazards and deepening poverty, according to a new report by the UN Development Programme (UNDP).
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