Myanmar
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has been hearing evidence and accusations regarding systematic atrocities committed by Myanmar's military forces against the Rohingya Muslim minority. The test...
Highlights extreme weather and natural disasters affecting Asia in 2025, with special focus on the Myanmar-Thailand earthquake that surpassed a death toll of 1,600 due to its 7.7-magnitude intensity....
The article discusses how Myanmar's military chief, Min Aung Hlaing, maintains his grip on power despite not being publicly featured in election campaigns or ballots. It highlights the strategies empl...
In Myanmar's recent election, the military-backed party has won the parliamentary seat previously held by democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi. The vote is seen as an attempt to legitimize junta rule follo...
Southeast Asia, particularly areas near borders within Myanmar, has become a significant hub for the global online scamming industry, operating out of fortified Chinese crime syndicate compounds. Thes...
The year 2025 saw intense conflict across various regions of the world, along with devastating natural disasters and trade disruptions due to President Trump's tariff policies. These events highlight ...
Myanmar's pro-military party has declared victory in the recent election phases, securing 82 out of 102 lower house seats where counting is complete. This comes amid concerns from democracy advocates ...
Experts warn that Myanmar's junta-conducted elections cannot obscure the country's deteriorating economic situation. Ongoing civil conflict, coupled with severe inflation and energy shortages, hinders...
Sunday's elections in Myanmar were organized by the junta following the 2021 coup. The military claims this election will restore democracy, but critics argue it is a means for the junta to solidify i...
Myanmar’s recent election held under military rule has disappointed many, including Taya, who saw her life improving before the 2021 coup. After a brief democratic period, the economy is deteriorating...
Myanmar's military regime plans to hold elections more than four years after ousting the democratically elected government through a coup in 2021. These upcoming polls are expected to be fraudulent an...
The United Nations has denounced Myanmar's military junta for employing violence and intimidation to force people to participate in upcoming elections controlled by the military. Volker Turk, UN human...
Analysts suggest Myanmar's military junta conducted air strikes on a hospital in Rakhine State days before general elections to seize territory and intimidate voters. The international community is re...
This article discusses China's historical and contemporary influence over Myanmar, arguing that Beijing has a strategic plan to maintain influence in the country through manipulation and support of di...
Myanmar's ongoing elections are viewed as a manipulated legitimization by the ruling junta rather than a genuine democratic process....
Myanmar holds its first general election since the 2021 military coup on December 28, 2025. The State Administration Council, under military control (Tatmadaw), ended the state of emergency on July 31...
During his Christmas address at St Peter's Basilica, Pope Leo denounced the suffering of Palestinians and called for justice, peace, and stability in occupied territories like Gaza, Israel, Lebanon, S...
Early results from Myanmar's general election indicate that the military-backed Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) is leading after the first phase. The vote took place since the 2021 coup,...
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that ASEAN will review developments in Myanmar following the initial phase of elections, avoiding actions that might prematurely legitimize any party. Thi...
The recently held election in Myanmar has been widely criticized and dismissed by most observers due to its apparent lack of legitimacy since the military coup of 2021. Despite official claims to the ...
A 26-year-old Malaysian, referred to as Chew, became entangled in a year-long scam operation in Myawaddy, Myanmar after accepting what he thought was legitimate overseas employment. He escaped with th...
The United States has reduced its funding for the United Nations to an initial allocation of $2 billion. The funds will be distributed across 17 nations identified by the U.S., such as the Democratic ...
Elections have commenced in Myanmar despite ongoing civil war and criticism that they lack freedom, fairness, and credibility. Opposition parties critical of the military junta are notably absent from...
A young Rohingya refugee named Rashid arrived in Langkawi, Malaysia after escaping by boat from persecution in Myanmar. At age 14, he has seen many such arrivals over the years due to ongoing violence...
The article argues that engaging with Myanmar's military regime after their manipulation of elections is imprudent and shortsighted. It suggests continued support for genuine democracy and human right...
Myanmar’s pro-military party has secured 90 percent of the lower house seats in the initial phase of junta-run elections, according to official results released by state media. The military seized pow...
Elections are set to commence on December 28th in parts of Myanmar, potentially solidifying the military regime's rule. Despite the predetermined outcome, significant uncertainties persist regarding t...
The Myanmar junta plans to hold elections in three phases beginning December 28, aiming to appear as if they are transitioning towards a civilian government while maintaining military control....
Rohingya refugees residing in squalid camps in Bangladesh have established an elected council aimed at improving living conditions and reigniting efforts for their repatriation to Myanmar....
Myanmar's military junta has held its first general election since the 2021 coup. Western observers denounce this event as illegitimate while the junta claims it represents a fair democratic process. ...
The Rohingya refugees living in Cox's Bazar camps in Bangladesh hold onto hope that a United Nations hearing on the genocide will eventually bring them justice despite their dire living conditions....
The Myanmar junta has announced the release of over 6,000 prisoners as part of an annual amnesty. Meanwhile, a pro-military party is leading significantly in partial election results, securing more th...
Myanmar held a three-phased election amidst ongoing civil war, criticized by opponents as an attempt to legitimize military rule and maintain control over the country....
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has asserted that there is 'notable progress' in governance and stability in Myanmar, which some critics argue resembles military propaganda....
The military government of Myanmar is holding elections while maintaining control over civil unrest and political opposition, which most observers view as illegitimate due to ongoing violence and rest...
The Trump administration has ended Temporary Protected Status for Burmese nationals, citing Myanmar's progress towards governance and stability. This move underscores a recalibration of the United Sta...
The summary discusses that for Myanmar's United League of Arakan to achieve international recognition and legitimacy, they must include the Rohingya population in their governance framework....
Civilians in Myanmar are suffering more due to recent cuts to SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service. These reductions could further empower the military regime as it consolidates power....
Villagers living near the Bangladesh-Myanmar border are suffering severe injuries from landmines in the dense forests. These mines are remnants of a conflict not directly involving local communities....
The Myanmar junta's efforts to establish a stable administration amid ongoing civil war are seen as highly unlikely by analysts and diplomats....