Myanmar’s junta faces escalating challenges as rebel attacks intensify, desertions surge, and diplomatic efforts aim to restore stability.
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Myanmar junta struggles amid growing rebel offensives and desertions
Bangladesh is in turmoil: Nearly 200 killed, 2,500 arrested In deadly unrest
Nearly 200 deaths were reported in just over a week of violence in Bangladesh.
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Rebel offensives escalate in Myanmar, impacting key regions and economic stability
Rebel attacks reach capital, ethnic clashes erupt in north. Civilian casualties mount as junta retaliates with airstrikes. Economic impact worsens.
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Operation 10/27 second wave: Ethnic armed groups gain ground against junta in Northern Myanmar
In a significant escalation of hostilities in Myanmar’s northern Shan State, the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA) seized control of...
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Thein Sein in China: Is Beijing’s intervention key for return to normalcy?
Amid Myanmar's conflicts, Naypyitaw discusses with Beijing a plan for a military-backed "civilian" government, potentially through upcoming elections, following talks...
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Ethnic rebels storm Myanmar junta positions in renewed fighting
Renewed conflict in Northern Shan State as rebel groups escalate attacks on Myanmar's military junta, following a brief ceasefire brokered...
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Demand for Union Territory status gains momentum with Kuki-Zo-Hmar groups aiming to continue their struggle
The call for a Union Territory in Manipur's hill districts, home to the Kuki-Zo-Hmar people, gains traction with leaders planning...
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Arakan Army advances into Thandwe: seizes control of airport
The Arakan Army (AA) seized Thandwe Airport in southern Arakan State, marking a significant advance amid ongoing conflict with military...
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Joint show of force in Jiribam
On June 19, Assam Rifles, alongside state police and CAPFs, conducted a large-scale show of force in Jiribam District to...
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Kuki women’s blockade highlights urgent need for Manipur peace
The situation in Jiribam remains tense with ongoing ethnic violence and blockades disrupting National Highway 37, prompting Union Home Minister...
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Paving paths to security: Arunachal Pradesh’s strategic Himalayan development
Border Roads Organisation (BRO) constructs critical infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh to bolster national security and connectivity along its borders with...
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Rising conflict in Rakhine reflects waning Chinese influence
The escalating conflict in Myanmar's Rakhine state marks a diminishing influence of China over regional rebel groups historically supported for...
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