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Amid Myanmar's escalating crisis, the National Unity Government (NUG) is actively seeking formal engagement with India, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. Zaw Kyaw, spokesperson for the Office of the President, NUG, conveyed the NUG's plea in an interview with our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal. Kyaw urged India to reassess its engagement with the military junta and opt for conversation with the NUG.

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bishnu Pada Ray, has claimed that the country's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru had gifted Coco Island to Myanmar. The island group is located in the Bay of Bengal almost 300 kilometres south of the Burmese mainland. It was part of the Northern Andaman Islands.&nbsp;

Ray, who is the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/lok-sabha-election-2024">Lok Sabha</a> candidate from Andaman and Nicobar Islands while speaking to the news agency ANI said, "The Congress has always harboured anti-India sentiments. Nehru gifted the Coco Islands, which were part of the Northern Andaman Islands, to Myanmar, which is currently under China's direct control."&nbsp;

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He further claimed, "Today, the central government is constructing a shipyard, and two defence airports to counter China in Campbell Bay, which is also known as Indira Point." The BJP leader said that the Indian National Congress (INC) did not worry about the islands when they were in power.&nbsp;

The islands are a group of five islands, four on the Great Coco Reef and one more island on the Little Coco Reef. They officially became part of Myanmar when it was freed from the British in 1948. However, it became a major concern for India when Myanmar leased the island to the People's Republic of China.&nbsp;

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<h2>Chinese influence on Coco Island</h2>

Last year, satellite images taken by Maxar Technologies showed new construction activity on and around Myanmar's Coco Islands in the northeastern Bay of Bengal. The islands have reportedly been witnessing military modernisation, which can be seen as a part of China's growing influence in South Asia and the Indian Ocean region.&nbsp;

The latest militarisation could pose a significant security challenge to India. Such military construction might impact India's strategic interests in the region as it poses a security challenge to India and its navy.&nbsp;

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<h2>Katchatheevu island controversy&nbsp;</h2>

The issue emerged amid ongoing controversy over Katchatheevu island as it was revealed last month after a Right To Information (RTI) that the Congress government led by then prime minister Indira Gandhi handed over Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka in 1974.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also mentioned it, stating that Indira Gandhi's action had "angered" the people. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi said, "Eye-opening and startling! New facts reveal how Congress callously gave away #Katchatheevu. This has angered every Indian and reaffirmed in people's minds—we can't ever trust Congress! (sic). Weakening India's unity, integrity and interests has been Congress' way of working for 75 years and counting."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bishnu Pada Ray, has claimed that the country's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru had gifted Coco Island to Myanmar.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bishnu Pada Ray, has claimed that the country's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru had gifted Coco Island to Myanmar. The island group is located in the Bay of Bengal almost 300 kilometres south of the Burmese mainland. It was part of the Northern Andaman Islands. Ray, who is the Lok Sabha candidate from Andaman and Nicobar Islands while speaking to the news agency ANI said, "The Congress has always harboured anti-India sentiments. Nehru gifted the Coco Islands, which were part of the Northern Andaman Islands, to Myanmar, which is currently under China's direct control." Also read: Battle of the Bastions: Will Tharoor's Thiruvananthapuram become BJP's gateway in Kerala? He further claimed, "Today, the central government is constructing a shipyard, and two defence airports to counter China in Campbell Bay, which is also known as Indira Point." The BJP leader said that the Indian National Congress (INC) did not worry about the islands when they were in power. The islands are a group of five islands, four on the Great Coco Reef and one more island on the Little Coco Reef. They officially became part of Myanmar when it was freed from the British in 1948. However, it became a major concern for India when Myanmar leased the island to the People's Republic of China. Also read: Supreme Court on EVM and VVPAT case: ‘We know what happened when there were ballot papers’ Chinese influence on Coco Island Last year, satellite images taken by Maxar Technologies showed new construction activity on and around Myanmar's Coco Islands in the northeastern Bay of Bengal. The islands have reportedly been witnessing military modernisation, which can be seen as a part of China's growing influence in South Asia and the Indian Ocean region. The latest militarisation could pose a significant security challenge to India. Such military construction might impact India's strategic interests in the region as it poses a security challenge to India and its navy. Watch: Fact Check: Did Kerala government publish textbook with communal content? × Katchatheevu island controversy The issue emerged amid ongoing controversy over Katchatheevu island as it was revealed last month after a Right To Information (RTI) that the Congress government led by then prime minister Indira Gandhi handed over Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka in 1974. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also mentioned it, stating that Indira Gandhi's action had "angered" the people. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi said, "Eye-opening and startling! New facts reveal how Congress callously gave away #Katchatheevu. This has angered every Indian and reaffirmed in people's minds—we can't ever trust Congress! (sic). Weakening India's unity, integrity and interests has been Congress' way of working for 75 years and counting." (With inputs from agencies)

BJP leader claims Jawaharlal Nehru gifted Coco Islands to Myanmar, which is now under China’s direct control

Myanmar: Uprising against Myanmar's military Junta, NUG joins forces with rebels

Myanmar Rebels against Junta: The fight continues | National Unity Govt seeks engagement with India

Myanmar: WION speaks to NUG's spokesperson

Myanmar's National Unity Government Seeks Formal engagement with India

Amid Myanmar's escalating crisis, the National Unity Government (NUG) is actively seeking formal engagement with India, emphasising the urgency of the situation. Zaw Kyaw, spokesperson for the Office of the President, NUG, conveyed the NUG's plea in an interview with WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal. Kyaw urged India to reassess its engagement with the military junta and opt for a conversation with the NUG.

"The Indian government should reevaluate their engagement (with the military) and that this is a time to engage with us formally. And then like, like other countries are doing, formal engagement will be the next steps towards solving the problems," stated Kyaw. Established by democratically-elected politicians ousted by the 2021 coup, the NUG sees itself as Myanmar's govt in exile.&nbsp;

Highlighting recent victories, Kyaw underscored the significant territorial gains achieved by the resistance forces and the People's Defence Force, the armed wing of the NUG. "Resistance forces have been able to liberate more than 60% of Myanmar's territories from the military regimes, military junta," Kyaw pointed out. "Since 2023, late October, they were able to capture more than 50 towns and thousands of military bases including the strategic&nbsp;posts," he added. 
 
Full interview transcript:

WION: What is the National Unity govt of Myanmar? 
Zaw Kyaw: The national unity government of Myanmar is the legitimate government of Myanmar. As you know, we had free and fair elections in 2020 November, and the military staged a coup against the democratically elected government on February 1, 2021. In February, several days later, the parliamentarians were able to convene the Zoom meet of the parliament and then elected the committee to represent the Parliament. At that meeting, Parliament meeting, over 80% of the elected MPs attended. This unity government also has different ethnic representatives. So in short, the NUG Govt is the legitimate government, the most inclusive government in Myanmar's history. Our government is operating inside the country as well, the acting President and acting PM are inside Myanmar and operating in the country.&nbsp;

WION: What is the situation in Myanmar? 
Zaw Kyaw: So over three years ago, the military junta led by military chief Min Aung Hlaing staged a coup against the civilian govt and the whole country peacefully protested against the coup. Unfortunately, in a violent crackdown the military killed peaceful protesters on the streets of Myanmar. NUG was formed and the people picked their own arms wherever they could, and they defended themselves. Our government formed PDF or People's Defence Forces on May 5, 2021, to protect civilians. We are staging resistance politically, militarily, diplomatically, economically. Our military front got momentum in late 2023, and we are in a position to stage an offensive against the military forces, together with ethnic groups and drive operations against the military. Not only border towns, but resistance forces have been able to liberate more than 60% of Myanmar's territories from the military regime, the military junta. Since 2023, late October, they were able to capture more than 50 towns and thousands of military bases including the strategy posts, and most of the border towns are now under resistance controls. The latest one is Myawaddy, on the Myanmar-Thailand border. It is one of the most important border towns in terms of trade.&nbsp;

WION: You said, 60% of the country is now under the resistance forces.. 
Zaw Kyaw: Yes, over 60% of our territories are under resistance forces.&nbsp;

WION: What is the link between resistance forces, and the National Unity govt 
Zaw Kyaw: Under the NUG, we have the People's Defence Forces. We organised the PDF, they have over 330 battalions under us. So they have a military code of conduct which is in accordance with international humanitarian law, so the armed forces must obey and follow the military code of conduct. We have different resistance forces across the country. We have ethnic resistance forces and local defence forces. NUG has tried to engage with all the resistance forces, especially ethnic minorities. We operate with ethnic resistance forces. We operate not only on the border but also inside, the central part of Myanmar. &nbsp;Even in Naypyidaw, the nerve centre, the resistance forces were able to attack. They staged a drone attack on April 4th. The forces were able to attack military strongholds and elite Officers' Training places like the Defence Service Academy. Because of the coordinated effort and unity, we're able to penetrate the so-called most safe places and most heavily guarded places. The resistance fighters and freedom fighters must obey and follow that military code of conduct. So this is the way. We carefully targeted legitimate military targets and we tried to avoid or minimise civilian casualties. On the other hand, militaries are targeting, intentionally targeting civilians during these conflicts.

WION: So what kind of help are you expecting from the international community? Have you reached out to the international community and are the members of the international community supporting the national unity government? 
Zaw Kyaw: Diplomatically, we are receiving strong support from the international community, especially for the Western countries. We reach out to the international community especially when we would like to start out, by having positive engagement with our neighbours. Those are very important regional countries, our neighbours and the international community. So we have a lot of sympathy from the international community. The junta takes out air strikes against civilians. We receive political and diplomatic support. The military was not able to get its representative at the UN. So we have received very little support from the international community when it comes to material support. So this is the spring revolution, it is the people's revolution. We are winning on all fronts, including the military because of the people's support. Yes, international support and diplomatic support are very important, especially the economic sanctions against the junta. And the target is sanctions against our own military leaders. This is effective, this is helpful but material support we receive almost none. The international community provided humanitarian assistance in our country. Almost 3 million people are displaced because of the violence. Over 1/3 of the population, we have almost 60 million people, over 1/3 of the population require humanitarian assistance. Humanitarian assistance going through the UN is not effective because of the junta. Almost all the displaced people are in resistant controlled areas. We are pushing the international community to at least support the effective humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable people. We are pushing the international community to take strong action against the military junta. For example, targeted sanctions are helpful but also accountable because they committed serious international crimes.

WION: Have you reached out to India? 
Zaw Kyaw: We reached out to all our neighbours. Our neighbours are very important, for example, India. &nbsp;We share a long border with India. We have shared the culture, people to people relationship for 2000 years. Our culture is very, very interlinked. From Chin State, refugees have fled to the Indian border, like the states of Mizoram and Manipur. &nbsp;We really appreciate the people of India especially the local authorities, and their generosity in helping the refugees. But we hope that the Indian Government will engage with the NUG, the resistance forces. Right now we've been receiving the reports that the Indian Government is engaging with the military junta. So we are very sad and disappointed to see that. But we understand that India has to engage with all the stakeholders, but we acknowledge that what we are asking of India, not to provide military support to the junta. India is one of the major arms suppliers to the military junta, in addition to Russia and China. We urge the Indian government not to provide military supplies or support to the junta. Engage with NUG, ethnic organisations, and provide humanitarian support.

WION: But any engagement happening with the Indian govt? 
Zaw Kyaw: &nbsp;I have no liberty to mention the details, at this stage. I will say that we are conducting and engaging in that silent diplomacy. We have different communication channels. We are quite open for any kind of communication channel.

WION: Does any country recognise NUG? 
Zaw Kyaw: Not officially recognised but formal engagement. In the past none of the countries, when we formed NUG, had any formal engagement. Now many countries are&nbsp;publicly engaging with the NUG, including regional countries. That is a positive sign. We need engagement to find solutions.

WION: And these countries are..? 
Zaw Kyaw: Some ASEAN countries, for example. Since the coup, violence has increased day by day. This is not Myanmar's internal problem any more, it is for regional stability. Engagement with all our neighbours is a NUG priority. Bangladesh is hosting refugees from the country. It is impacting regional stability.

WION: What is the situation at the India-Myanmar border? 
Zaw Kyaw: We had a very good relationship when the NLD was in power. Myanmar wants to have a good relationship with India, not only politically but also economically. It's important for economic ties. Since the coup, things have gone backwards. Most of the border area is controlled by resistance forces, at Chin state, Chin resistance forces, who are our allies. So those are the areas that are controlled by the resistant forces. The Indian government should reevaluate their engagement and that this is a time to engage with us formally. And then like, like other countries are doing, formal engagement will be the next step towards solving the problems, especially the border issues or issues we have to talk about, we have to have a dialogue. Building a wall is not a solution. It will be very costly, but once we have peaceful democratic reform, that money should go into investment. So building the wall is not a solution. But we understand this as the Indian government has to protect their own interests. But one thing that I like to suggest is helping and supporting us with political solutions that reflect the will of the people of Myanmar. That will be the best guarantee for the border security as well as the economic development.&nbsp;

Amid Myanmar's escalating crisis, the National Unity Government (NUG) is actively seeking formal engagement with India, emphasising the urgency of the situation.

Amid Myanmar's escalating crisis, the National Unity Government (NUG) is actively seeking formal engagement with India, emphasising the urgency of the situation. Zaw Kyaw, spokesperson for the Office of the President, NUG, conveyed the NUG's plea in an interview with WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal. Kyaw urged India to reassess its engagement with the military junta and opt for a conversation with the NUG. "The Indian government should reevaluate their engagement (with the military) and that this is a time to engage with us formally. And then like, like other countries are doing, formal engagement will be the next steps towards solving the problems," stated Kyaw. Established by democratically-elected politicians ousted by the 2021 coup, the NUG sees itself as Myanmar's govt in exile. Highlighting recent victories, Kyaw underscored the significant territorial gains achieved by the resistance forces and the People's Defence Force, the armed wing of the NUG. "Resistance forces have been able to liberate more than 60% of Myanmar's territories from the military regimes, military junta," Kyaw pointed out. "Since 2023, late October, they were able to capture more than 50 towns and thousands of military bases including the strategic posts," he added. Full interview transcript: WION: What is the National Unity govt of Myanmar? Zaw Kyaw: The national unity government of Myanmar is the legitimate government of Myanmar. As you know, we had free and fair elections in 2020 November, and the military staged a coup against the democratically elected government on February 1, 2021. In February, several days later, the parliamentarians were able to convene the Zoom meet of the parliament and then elected the committee to represent the Parliament. At that meeting, Parliament meeting, over 80% of the elected MPs attended. This unity government also has different ethnic representatives. So in short, the NUG Govt is the legitimate government, the most inclusive government in Myanmar's history. Our government is operating inside the country as well, the acting President and acting PM are inside Myanmar and operating in the country. WION: What is the situation in Myanmar? Zaw Kyaw: So over three years ago, the military junta led by military chief Min Aung Hlaing staged a coup against the civilian govt and the whole country peacefully protested against the coup. Unfortunately, in a violent crackdown the military killed peaceful protesters on the streets of Myanmar. NUG was formed and the people picked their own arms wherever they could, and they defended themselves. Our government formed PDF or People's Defence Forces on May 5, 2021, to protect civilians. We are staging resistance politically, militarily, diplomatically, economically. Our military front got momentum in late 2023, and we are in a position to stage an offensive against the military forces, together with ethnic groups and drive operations against the military. Not only border towns, but resistance forces have been able to liberate more than 60% of Myanmar's territories from the military regime, the military junta. Since 2023, late October, they were able to capture more than 50 towns and thousands of military bases including the strategy posts, and most of the border towns are now under resistance controls. The latest one is Myawaddy, on the Myanmar-Thailand border. It is one of the most important border towns in terms of trade. WION: You said, 60% of the country is now under the resistance forces.. Zaw Kyaw: Yes, over 60% of our territories are under resistance forces. WION: What is the link between resistance forces, and the National Unity govt Zaw Kyaw: Under the NUG, we have the People's Defence Forces. We organised the PDF, they have over 330 battalions under us. So they have a military code of conduct which is in accordance with international humanitarian law, so the armed forces must obey and follow the military code of conduct. We have different resistance forces across the country. We have ethnic resistance forces and local defence forces. NUG has tried to engage with all the resistance forces, especially ethnic minorities. We operate with ethnic resistance forces. We operate not only on the border but also inside, the central part of Myanmar. Even in Naypyidaw, the nerve centre, the resistance forces were able to attack. They staged a drone attack on April 4th. The forces were able to attack military strongholds and elite Officers' Training places like the Defence Service Academy. Because of the coordinated effort and unity, we're able to penetrate the so-called most safe places and most heavily guarded places. The resistance fighters and freedom fighters must obey and follow that military code of conduct. So this is the way. We carefully targeted legitimate military targets and we tried to avoid or minimise civilian casualties. On the other hand, militaries are targeting, intentionally targeting civilians during these conflicts. WION: So what kind of help are you expecting from the international community? Have you reached out to the international community and are the members of the international community supporting the national unity government? Zaw Kyaw: Diplomatically, we are receiving strong support from the international community, especially for the Western countries. We reach out to the international community especially when we would like to start out, by having positive engagement with our neighbours. Those are very important regional countries, our neighbours and the international community. So we have a lot of sympathy from the international community. The junta takes out air strikes against civilians. We receive political and diplomatic support. The military was not able to get its representative at the UN. So we have received very little support from the international community when it comes to material support. So this is the spring revolution, it is the people's revolution. We are winning on all fronts, including the military because of the people's support. Yes, international support and diplomatic support are very important, especially the economic sanctions against the junta. And the target is sanctions against our own military leaders. This is effective, this is helpful but material support we receive almost none. The international community provided humanitarian assistance in our country. Almost 3 million people are displaced because of the violence. Over 1/3 of the population, we have almost 60 million people, over 1/3 of the population require humanitarian assistance. Humanitarian assistance going through the UN is not effective because of the junta. Almost all the displaced people are in resistant controlled areas. We are pushing the international community to at least support the effective humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable people. We are pushing the international community to take strong action against the military junta. For example, targeted sanctions are helpful but also accountable because they committed serious international crimes. WION: Have you reached out to India? Zaw Kyaw: We reached out to all our neighbours. Our neighbours are very important, for example, India. We share a long border with India. We have shared the culture, people to people relationship for 2000 years. Our culture is very, very interlinked. From Chin State, refugees have fled to the Indian border, like the states of Mizoram and Manipur. We really appreciate the people of India especially the local authorities, and their generosity in helping the refugees. But we hope that the Indian Government will engage with the NUG, the resistance forces. Right now we've been receiving the reports that the Indian Government is engaging with the military junta. So we are very sad and disappointed to see that. But we understand that India has to engage with all the stakeholders, but we acknowledge that what we are asking of India, not to provide military support to the junta. India is one of the major arms suppliers to the military junta, in addition to Russia and China. We urge the Indian government not to provide military supplies or support to the junta. Engage with NUG, ethnic organisations, and provide humanitarian support. WION: But any engagement happening with the Indian govt? Zaw Kyaw: I have no liberty to mention the details, at this stage. I will say that we are conducting and engaging in that silent diplomacy. We have different communication channels. We are quite open for any kind of communication channel. WION: Does any country recognise NUG? Zaw Kyaw: Not officially recognised but formal engagement. In the past none of the countries, when we formed NUG, had any formal engagement. Now many countries are publicly engaging with the NUG, including regional countries. That is a positive sign. We need engagement to find solutions. WION: And these countries are..? Zaw Kyaw: Some ASEAN countries, for example. Since the coup, violence has increased day by day. This is not Myanmar's internal problem any more, it is for regional stability. Engagement with all our neighbours is a NUG priority. Bangladesh is hosting refugees from the country. It is impacting regional stability. WION: What is the situation at the India-Myanmar border? Zaw Kyaw: We had a very good relationship when the NLD was in power. Myanmar wants to have a good relationship with India, not only politically but also economically. It's important for economic ties. Since the coup, things have gone backwards. Most of the border area is controlled by resistance forces, at Chin state, Chin resistance forces, who are our allies. So those are the areas that are controlled by the resistant forces. The Indian government should reevaluate their engagement and that this is a time to engage with us formally. And then like, like other countries are doing, formal engagement will be the next step towards solving the problems, especially the border issues or issues we have to talk about, we have to have a dialogue. Building a wall is not a solution. It will be very costly, but once we have peaceful democratic reform, that money should go into investment. So building the wall is not a solution. But we understand this as the Indian government has to protect their own interests. But one thing that I like to suggest is helping and supporting us with political solutions that reflect the will of the people of Myanmar. That will be the best guarantee for the border security as well as the economic development.

Myanmar’s National Unity Government seeks formal engagement with India

Myanmar is on the boil the Junta there had retreated from their base close to Thailand's border after being pummeled by Rebel drones Junta forces have taken control of Myawaddy a strategic trading Outpost. Hundreds of refugees crossed over the river Frontier between Myanmar and Thailand after the strategic Border Town became a battlefield for Rebels and the military Junta.

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Myanmar junta attacked by rebel drones

A group of&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;junta troops that retreated from their base in the frontier town of Myawaddy to a bridge along the Thai border were attacked by resistance groups using drones on Friday (April 12), according to local media reports.

Video showed Thai armed forces patrolling in Mae Sot, near the border with&nbsp;Myanmar, after the incident.

Myawaddy, a strategically key trading outpost, was wrested from military control by anti-junta forces led by the Karen National Union (KNU) rebel group on Thursday (April 11).

Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara told reporters earlier on Friday that no request had been received from the group of fewer than 200 junta soldiers who had retreated to the border to cross over into Thailand.

A group of Myanmar junta troops that retreated from their base in the frontier town of Myawaddy to a bridge along the Thai border were attacked by resistance groups using drones on Friday (April 12), according to local media reports.

A group of Myanmar junta troops that retreated from their base in the frontier town of Myawaddy to a bridge along the Thai border were attacked by resistance groups using drones on Friday (April 12), according to local media reports. Video showed Thai armed forces patrolling in Mae Sot, near the border with Myanmar, after the incident. Myawaddy, a strategically key trading outpost, was wrested from military control by anti-junta forces led by the Karen National Union (KNU) rebel group on Thursday (April 11). Thai Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara told reporters earlier on Friday that no request had been received from the group of fewer than 200 junta soldiers who had retreated to the border to cross over into Thailand.

Myanmar junta troops attacked by rebel drones at Thai border

Myanmar: Violence escalates near Thai border

Myanmar is in a state of turmoil. After weeks of fighting between military personnel and rebel groups, anti-junta groups have now claimed control over the critical Border Town of Myawaddy.

Myanmar: Rebel group takes over border town of Myawaddy

Myawaddy: Rebel group takes over border town in Myanmar

'Thailand's Foreign Minister, Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, embarked on a visit to the Myanmar border on Friday (Apr 12) in the aftermath of recent clashes between junta fighters and&nbsp;ethnic minority armed groups.&nbsp;During his visit, Foreign Minister Parnpree will assess the preparations for managing a potential influx of refugees from Myanmar.&nbsp;

The fighting have resulted in the displacement of junta troops from their stronghold in Myawaddy within Myanmar. It is located on the border with Thailand, opposite the Thai town of Mae Sot, and is a strategic location and an essential gateway for trade between Myanmar and Thailand as it facilitates the movement of goods, people, and services between the two countries.

The conflict has particularly impacted the border town of Myawaddy, with civilians fleeing into Thailand to seek refuge from the turmoil.

Karen National Union (KNU), one of the most prominent ethnic armed groups in Myanmar that advocates for the rights and autonomy of the Karen people, told AFP news agency that the displaced junta troops were spotted near the terminus of one of the Friendship bridges on the Myanmar side.

Despite the tense situation, reports from AFP suggested a semblance of calm along the Moei River.&nbsp;

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"Happy" sentiments were expressed by a truck driver arriving at a Thai checkpoint as he was relieved to have safely crossed back into Thailand.

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Meanwhile, the Myanmar junta has reportedly dispatched reinforcements towards Myawaddy in response to the escalating clashes.

<h2>Thai Prime Minister's Stance</h2>

Taking note of the ongoing crisis, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin reaffirmed the nation's stance on border security. In connection to the recent clashes in Myawaddy, he said that Thailand "won't allow anyone to get in our airspace".

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Amid these developments, Thailand earlier said that the country stands ready to accommodate up to 100,000 individuals fleeing from Myanmar.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

'Thailand's Foreign Minister, Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, embarked on a visit to the Myanmar border on Friday (Apr 12) in the aftermath of recent clashes between junta fighters and ethnic minority armed groups.

'Thailand's Foreign Minister, Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, embarked on a visit to the Myanmar border on Friday (Apr 12) in the aftermath of recent clashes between junta fighters and ethnic minority armed groups. During his visit, Foreign Minister Parnpree will assess the preparations for managing a potential influx of refugees from Myanmar. The fighting have resulted in the displacement of junta troops from their stronghold in Myawaddy within Myanmar. It is located on the border with Thailand, opposite the Thai town of Mae Sot, and is a strategic location and an essential gateway for trade between Myanmar and Thailand as it facilitates the movement of goods, people, and services between the two countries. The conflict has particularly impacted the border town of Myawaddy, with civilians fleeing into Thailand to seek refuge from the turmoil. Karen National Union (KNU), one of the most prominent ethnic armed groups in Myanmar that advocates for the rights and autonomy of the Karen people, told AFP news agency that the displaced junta troops were spotted near the terminus of one of the Friendship bridges on the Myanmar side. Despite the tense situation, reports from AFP suggested a semblance of calm along the Moei River. Also Read | Biden administration forgives an additional $7.4 billion in student loans "Happy" sentiments were expressed by a truck driver arriving at a Thai checkpoint as he was relieved to have safely crossed back into Thailand. Also Read | Planning a Brazil trip in 2025? New visa needs proof of funds for US visitors Meanwhile, the Myanmar junta has reportedly dispatched reinforcements towards Myawaddy in response to the escalating clashes. Thai Prime Minister's Stance Taking note of the ongoing crisis, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin reaffirmed the nation's stance on border security. In connection to the recent clashes in Myawaddy, he said that Thailand "won't allow anyone to get in our airspace". Watch | UK rushes to install laser on warships × Amid these developments, Thailand earlier said that the country stands ready to accommodate up to 100,000 individuals fleeing from Myanmar. (With inputs from agencies)

Thai foreign minister visits Myanmar border amid rising tensions, prepares for possible refugee influx

The state of Myanmar is in turmoil. After weeks of fighting between military personnel and rebel groups anti-Junta groups have now claimed control over the critical Border Town of Myawaddy. Watch in for more details!

Thailand-Myanmar Border Tensions: Myanmar troops retreat as rebels declare control over Myawaddy

About 200&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;military personnel withdrew to a bridge to Thailand on Thursday after a days-long assault by the anti-junta resistance, which declared it had won control of the critical border town of Myawaddy, the latest in a string of rebel wins.

Myanmar's military-run government is battling insurgencies on several fronts and has suffered a series of defeats in frontier areas since last October, when rebel groups launched a coordinated offensive near the Chinese border.

The impoverished Southeast Asian nation has been in turmoil after the military deposed an elected civilian government in a 2021 coup, sparking a nationwide armed resistance that is now operating alongside some long-established ethnic rebel groups.

"Today KNU-led joint resistance forces captured the remaining military base in Myawaddy," Kyaw Zaw, a spokesperson for&nbsp;Myanmar's National Unity Government, told Reuters.

The body is a shadow administration of ousted lawmakers and anti-junta groups.

"This is a crucial victory for our revolution since Myawaddy is an important border town for the junta, one of the main (sources of) income from border trade," he added.

A spokesperson for the&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;junta did not respond to telephone calls to seek comment.

The retreat of junta troops in Myawaddy, adjacent to the Thai town of Mae Sot, signals the potential loss of another key border trading outpost with direct highway access to parts of central&nbsp;Myanmar.

On Thursday, about 200 fleeing&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;soldiers gathered at a border crossing into Thailand, said Saw Taw Nee, spokesperson for the Karen National Union (KNU), an anti-junta group leading the assault on Myawaddy.

News outlet Khit Thit said Thai authorities were in talks with the soldiers to decide whether to grant them refuge.

<h2>Border crossings</h2>

The assault on Myawaddy began last week after the KNU said it had attacked a junta camp near the town, forcing some 500 security personnel to surrender, along with their families.

The military has already lost control of areas along&nbsp;Myanmar's borders with Bangladesh, China and India, while suffering a significant loss of manpower that has pushed it to introduce a draft for the first time.

"Next the resistance forces might go after major towns across&nbsp;Myanmar," said political analyst Than Soe Naing, adding that&nbsp;Myanmar's resistance forces control almost all border trading posts after the latest takeover in Myawaddy.

Border crossings in the area were open for civilians who were arriving in Thailand from&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;in large numbers, said police official Borwornphop Soontornlekha, the immigration superintendent in Tak, the province where Mae Sot is located.

"Usually there are about 2,000 people who cross into Mae Sot from Myawaddy each day but the last three days the number was almost 4,000 a day," Borwornphop told Reuters.

Families with children were among the long queues at one border crossing near Mae Sot on Thursday, as Thai soldiers checked the bags and belongings of those going across.

Thailand's military has stepped up security on its side of the border, using army vehicles equipped with roof-mounted machine guns.

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, who earlier told Reuters the&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;junta was "losing strength" and pushed to open talks with the regime, said on Thursday the recent fighting should not spill into his country's airspace.

Thailand remains neutral in the&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;conflict and is able to accept up to 100,000 people displaced by the turmoil, its foreign minister has said.

At least 2,000 people have been displaced within&nbsp;Myanmar&nbsp;by the latest round of fighting between the rebels and the military, according to civil society group Karen Peace Support Network.

About 200 Myanmar military personnel withdrew to a bridge to Thailand on Thursday after a days-long assault by the anti-junta resistance, which declared it had won control of the critical border town of Myawaddy, the latest in a string of rebel wins.

About 200 Myanmar military personnel withdrew to a bridge to Thailand on Thursday after a days-long assault by the anti-junta resistance, which declared it had won control of the critical border town of Myawaddy, the latest in a string of rebel wins. Myanmar's military-run government is battling insurgencies on several fronts and has suffered a series of defeats in frontier areas since last October, when rebel groups launched a coordinated offensive near the Chinese border. The impoverished Southeast Asian nation has been in turmoil after the military deposed an elected civilian government in a 2021 coup, sparking a nationwide armed resistance that is now operating alongside some long-established ethnic rebel groups. "Today KNU-led joint resistance forces captured the remaining military base in Myawaddy," Kyaw Zaw, a spokesperson for Myanmar's National Unity Government, told Reuters. The body is a shadow administration of ousted lawmakers and anti-junta groups. "This is a crucial victory for our revolution since Myawaddy is an important border town for the junta, one of the main (sources of) income from border trade," he added. A spokesperson for the Myanmar junta did not respond to telephone calls to seek comment. The retreat of junta troops in Myawaddy, adjacent to the Thai town of Mae Sot, signals the potential loss of another key border trading outpost with direct highway access to parts of central Myanmar. On Thursday, about 200 fleeing Myanmar soldiers gathered at a border crossing into Thailand, said Saw Taw Nee, spokesperson for the Karen National Union (KNU), an anti-junta group leading the assault on Myawaddy. News outlet Khit Thit said Thai authorities were in talks with the soldiers to decide whether to grant them refuge. Border crossings The assault on Myawaddy began last week after the KNU said it had attacked a junta camp near the town, forcing some 500 security personnel to surrender, along with their families. The military has already lost control of areas along Myanmar's borders with Bangladesh, China and India, while suffering a significant loss of manpower that has pushed it to introduce a draft for the first time. "Next the resistance forces might go after major towns across Myanmar," said political analyst Than Soe Naing, adding that Myanmar's resistance forces control almost all border trading posts after the latest takeover in Myawaddy. Border crossings in the area were open for civilians who were arriving in Thailand from Myanmar in large numbers, said police official Borwornphop Soontornlekha, the immigration superintendent in Tak, the province where Mae Sot is located. "Usually there are about 2,000 people who cross into Mae Sot from Myawaddy each day but the last three days the number was almost 4,000 a day," Borwornphop told Reuters. Families with children were among the long queues at one border crossing near Mae Sot on Thursday, as Thai soldiers checked the bags and belongings of those going across. Thailand's military has stepped up security on its side of the border, using army vehicles equipped with roof-mounted machine guns. Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, who earlier told Reuters the Myanmar junta was "losing strength" and pushed to open talks with the regime, said on Thursday the recent fighting should not spill into his country's airspace. Thailand remains neutral in the Myanmar conflict and is able to accept up to 100,000 people displaced by the turmoil, its foreign minister has said. At least 2,000 people have been displaced within Myanmar by the latest round of fighting between the rebels and the military, according to civil society group Karen Peace Support Network.

Myanmar troops retreat as rebels declare control over key border town

The anti-coup factions in Myanmar launched a drone strike on military targets in Naypyidaw, the private capital constructed by a previous military administration.&nbsp;

The National Unity Government (NUG), comprising ousted elected officials from February 2021 coup, confirmed that its People’s Defence Force carried out a coordinated attack on key sites within the city on Thursday (April 4), which serves as a stronghold for the armed forces.

“This was a accomplishment. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more,” NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said.

“With attack on Naypyidaw, their nerve center, junta is instilling fear among the masses. We want to highlight that they don’t have a safe place,” Zaw further added.

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The military regime said it destroyed or seized more than a dozen drones.

The military-run Myawaddy TV reported, no casualties or damage to property with 13 fixed-wing drones were shot down.

Myawaddy TV did not identify the targets, were but broadcast an image showcasing nine small drones, some of which were damaged and of the 13 drones, four carried explosives.

Myanmar was pushed into crisis when Senior General Min Aung Hlaing seized power from elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi, claiming without evidence that there had been widespread fraud in the election that returned her to office in a landslide.

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Mass protests erupted, and when the military responded with brutal force, some civilians took up arms, joining forces with ethnic armed groups that had been fighting the military for decades.

The military, facing Western sanctions but backed by Russia, has come under intense pressure since last October after coalition of anti-coup armed groups launched an unexpected offensive, seizing control of multiple military outposts and key towns in the north and west.

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More than 2.8 million people have been displaced as a result of the fighting, while more than 18 million people are in dire need of humanitarian assistance, according to the United Nations.

<h2>What is the National Unity Government?&nbsp;</h2>

NUG is an alliance of anti-junta groups formed to undermine army rule after a 2021 coup, in which Aung San Suu Kyi was ousted. She is still in prison.&nbsp;

NUG said that the "simultaneously executed, coordinated drone attacks" were carried out by its armed affiliate, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), on the military's headquarters and an air force base.&nbsp;

"This was a success. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more," NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said.&nbsp;

"This is a time when the junta is forcing conscription and causing fear for the people. With this attack on their nerve centre, Naypyitaw, we want to highlight that they don't have a safe place," Zaw added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The anti-coup factions in Myanmar launched a drone strike on military targets in Naypyidaw, the private capital constructed by a previous military administration.

The anti-coup factions in Myanmar launched a drone strike on military targets in Naypyidaw, the private capital constructed by a previous military administration. The National Unity Government (NUG), comprising ousted elected officials from February 2021 coup, confirmed that its People’s Defence Force carried out a coordinated attack on key sites within the city on Thursday (April 4), which serves as a stronghold for the armed forces. “This was a accomplishment. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more,” NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said. “With attack on Naypyidaw, their nerve center, junta is instilling fear among the masses. We want to highlight that they don’t have a safe place,” Zaw further added. Also read: Myanmar militias claimed to have launched drone attacks on airport, air force base and army headquarters The military regime said it destroyed or seized more than a dozen drones. The military-run Myawaddy TV reported, no casualties or damage to property with 13 fixed-wing drones were shot down. Myawaddy TV did not identify the targets, were but broadcast an image showcasing nine small drones, some of which were damaged and of the 13 drones, four carried explosives. Myanmar was pushed into crisis when Senior General Min Aung Hlaing seized power from elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi, claiming without evidence that there had been widespread fraud in the election that returned her to office in a landslide. Also read: Around 10 million people in Pakistan at risk of slipping into poverty, says World Bank Mass protests erupted, and when the military responded with brutal force, some civilians took up arms, joining forces with ethnic armed groups that had been fighting the military for decades. The military, facing Western sanctions but backed by Russia, has come under intense pressure since last October after coalition of anti-coup armed groups launched an unexpected offensive, seizing control of multiple military outposts and key towns in the north and west. Also read: Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar visits Ho Chi Minh City More than 2.8 million people have been displaced as a result of the fighting, while more than 18 million people are in dire need of humanitarian assistance, according to the United Nations. What is the National Unity Government? NUG is an alliance of anti-junta groups formed to undermine army rule after a 2021 coup, in which Aung San Suu Kyi was ousted. She is still in prison. NUG said that the "simultaneously executed, coordinated drone attacks" were carried out by its armed affiliate, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), on the military's headquarters and an air force base. "This was a success. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more," NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said. "This is a time when the junta is forcing conscription and causing fear for the people. With this attack on their nerve centre, Naypyitaw, we want to highlight that they don't have a safe place," Zaw added. (With inputs from agencies)

Myanmar's anti-coup forces declare 'victory' in Naypyidaw drone strike

An alliance opposed to Myanmar's military junta has reportedly targeted two military installations with a drone attack in the capital city of Naypyitaw. Watch in for more details!

Myanmar's Resistance Groups launch drone attack on Naypyitaw, Army claims all drones shot down

Myanmar's resistance groups launch drone attack on Naypyitaw

Nay Pyi Taw, the capital and third-largest city of Myanmar, came under a mass drone attack on the country's embattled junta government on Thursday (Apr 4). No casualties were reported.&nbsp;

The opposition, the National Unity Government (NUG), claimed to have deployed at least 29 drones armed with explosives to the airport, air force base and army headquarters.&nbsp;

"The synchronised drone operations were simultaneously executed against Nay Pyi Taw targeting both the military headquarters… and Alar air base," NUG's deputy secretary Mg Mg Swe said as quoted by BBC.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the military-run Myawaddy TV said that the attempt by "terrorists" to destroy "important locations" in Naypyitaw had been foiled. They were said to have shot down 13 fixed-wing drones, four were reportedly carrying explosives.&nbsp;

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Military-run Myawaddy TV's news anchor read in the bulletin, "As the terrorist action, the fixed-wing drones attempted to attack in Alar township and Zeyathiri township in Naypyitaw at 10 am&nbsp;today."&nbsp;

"The air defence forces have detected the drones and shot down the fixed-wing drones in advance. The force has anticipated exploding two drones and another 13 drones including four armed drones, were crashed down," the anchor further said.&nbsp;

"The security forces are searching other drones which were shot down on the ground. And no casualties and damage were caused to people and buildings," the anchor added.&nbsp;

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<h2>What is the National Unity Government?&nbsp;</h2>

NUG is an alliance of anti-junta groups formed to undermine army rule after a 2021 coup, in which Aung San Suu Kyi was ousted. She is still in prison.&nbsp;

NUG said that the "simultaneously executed, coordinated drone attacks" were carried out by its armed affiliate, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), on the military's headquarters and an air force base.&nbsp;

"This was a success. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more," NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said.&nbsp;

"This is a time when the junta is forcing conscription and causing fear for the people. With this attack on their nerve centre, Naypyitaw, we want to highlight that they don't have a safe place," Zaw added.&nbsp;

Nay Pyi Taw, the capital and third-largest city of Myanmar, came under a mass drone attack on the country's embattled junta government on Thursday (Apr 4). No casualties were reported.

Nay Pyi Taw, the capital and third-largest city of Myanmar, came under a mass drone attack on the country's embattled junta government on Thursday (Apr 4). No casualties were reported. The opposition, the National Unity Government (NUG), claimed to have deployed at least 29 drones armed with explosives to the airport, air force base and army headquarters. "The synchronised drone operations were simultaneously executed against Nay Pyi Taw targeting both the military headquarters… and Alar air base," NUG's deputy secretary Mg Mg Swe said as quoted by BBC. Meanwhile, the military-run Myawaddy TV said that the attempt by "terrorists" to destroy "important locations" in Naypyitaw had been foiled. They were said to have shot down 13 fixed-wing drones, four were reportedly carrying explosives. Also read: Around 10 million people in Pakistan at risk of slipping into poverty, says World Bank Military-run Myawaddy TV's news anchor read in the bulletin, "As the terrorist action, the fixed-wing drones attempted to attack in Alar township and Zeyathiri township in Naypyitaw at 10 am today." "The air defence forces have detected the drones and shot down the fixed-wing drones in advance. The force has anticipated exploding two drones and another 13 drones including four armed drones, were crashed down," the anchor further said. "The security forces are searching other drones which were shot down on the ground. And no casualties and damage were caused to people and buildings," the anchor added. Also read: Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar visits Ho Chi Minh City What is the National Unity Government? NUG is an alliance of anti-junta groups formed to undermine army rule after a 2021 coup, in which Aung San Suu Kyi was ousted. She is still in prison. NUG said that the "simultaneously executed, coordinated drone attacks" were carried out by its armed affiliate, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), on the military's headquarters and an air force base. "This was a success. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more," NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said. "This is a time when the junta is forcing conscription and causing fear for the people. With this attack on their nerve centre, Naypyitaw, we want to highlight that they don't have a safe place," Zaw added.

Myanmar militias claim to have launched drone attacks on airport, air force base and army headquarters

Myanmar capital attacked by drones, no casualties or damage to property reported

India plans to spend nearly $3.7 billion to fence its border with Myanmar within about a decade, to prevent smuggling and other illegal activities. Watch in for more details!

India to spend $3.7 billion to fence border with Myanmar

Myanmar's military regime plans to hold elections but only in some regions, the junta chief has said, without specifying a date and with a precondition that there is peace and stability.

Myanmar military says 'election likely but not nationwide'

Myanmar's jailed leader Aung San Suu Kyi's house went under the hammer on Wednesday (Mar 20), but no bidders showed up. The starting price had been set at around $90 million, news agency Reuters reported citing a witness and local media.&nbsp;

Reports have mentioned that Suu Kyi's property on Yangon's Inye Lake is measured at 1.923 acres (0.78 hectares). It was up for auction at the behest of the Supreme Court after a years-long legal battle between Suu Kyi and her estranged brother Aung San Oo.&nbsp;

The court had ordered its sale in January, but Suu Kyi's lawyers have challenged holding the auction without getting approval from her.&nbsp;

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Her estranged brother first sued in 2000 for a share of the property. In 2016, a court rendered a verdict dividing the plot equally among the siblings.&nbsp;

Her brother appealed unsuccessfully multiple times for the court to have the property sold by auction and the proceeds split between him and Suu Kyi.

Following the coup, the Supreme Court granted his special appeal and ruled to sell the property by auction.&nbsp;

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At the scheduled time of the auction on Wednesday, the court officials stood outside the front gate of the house at 10:00 local time (03:30 GMT). Three calls were made for any bids, but the auction was eventually closed. Only journalists, officials and undercover police were present.

There's no update on whether or not the auction will take place again.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The 77-year-old was ousted by the Myanmar junta in a 2021 coup. She was found guilty on various charges ranging from corruption to illegally importing walkie-talkies and breaching the Official Secrets Act. She has been jailed for 27 years. She has been serving her prison sentence at an undisclosed location. Her supporters say that the charges against her are fabricated.&nbsp;

Suu Kyi had lived in the colonial-style villa for the bulk of the more than three decades she has spent in Myanmar since returning from Britain, including 15 years of house arrest under a previous junta.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Myanmar's jailed leader Aung San Suu Kyi's house went under the hammer on Wednesday (Mar 20), but no bidders showed up. The starting price had been set at around $90 million, news agency Reuters reported citing a witness and local media.

Myanmar's jailed leader Aung San Suu Kyi's house went under the hammer on Wednesday (Mar 20), but no bidders showed up. The starting price had been set at around $90 million, news agency Reuters reported citing a witness and local media. Reports have mentioned that Suu Kyi's property on Yangon's Inye Lake is measured at 1.923 acres (0.78 hectares). It was up for auction at the behest of the Supreme Court after a years-long legal battle between Suu Kyi and her estranged brother Aung San Oo. The court had ordered its sale in January, but Suu Kyi's lawyers have challenged holding the auction without getting approval from her. Also read: Rohingyas have no fundamental right to reside and settle in India, Centre tells Supreme Court Her estranged brother first sued in 2000 for a share of the property. In 2016, a court rendered a verdict dividing the plot equally among the siblings. Her brother appealed unsuccessfully multiple times for the court to have the property sold by auction and the proceeds split between him and Suu Kyi. Following the coup, the Supreme Court granted his special appeal and ruled to sell the property by auction. Also read: India and Maldives hold third high-level core group meeting, review deputation of Indian technical personnel At the scheduled time of the auction on Wednesday, the court officials stood outside the front gate of the house at 10:00 local time (03:30 GMT). Three calls were made for any bids, but the auction was eventually closed. Only journalists, officials and undercover police were present. There's no update on whether or not the auction will take place again. Watch this report: × The 77-year-old was ousted by the Myanmar junta in a 2021 coup. She was found guilty on various charges ranging from corruption to illegally importing walkie-talkies and breaching the Official Secrets Act. She has been jailed for 27 years. She has been serving her prison sentence at an undisclosed location. Her supporters say that the charges against her are fabricated. Suu Kyi had lived in the colonial-style villa for the bulk of the more than three decades she has spent in Myanmar since returning from Britain, including 15 years of house arrest under a previous junta. (With inputs from agencies)

Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi’s lakeside house goes up for auction but no bidders show up

Myanmar's military junta is expected to hold an auction of the family home of ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi, where she spent 15 years under house arrest. Watch in for more details!

Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi's house to be auctioned after family feud

India has deported the initial batch of Myanmar refugees who sought asylum in the country following the military coup in 2021, as disclosed by the chief minister of Manipur state on Friday (March 8).

The move comes weeks after India terminated a visa-free border policy with Myanmar. While specific details on the number of individuals deported are not immediately available, the influx of thousands of civilians and hundreds of troops into Indian states since the 2021 coup has raised concerns in New Delhi about the potential of communal tensions.

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N. Biren Singh, the chief minister of Manipur, announced the deportation on the microblogging platform X, revealing that the first group of Myanmar nationals who entered India illegally had been expelled.

Manipur, a northeastern state, has witnessed sporadic violence resulting in nearly 200 fatalities since ethnic clashes erupted in May of the preceding year.

In the absence of a signed agreement on the 1951 UN Refugee Convention, which outlines refugee rights and the responsibilities of states in protecting them, and without domestic laws specifically safeguarding refugees, India maintains its stance on providing shelter and assistance to those fleeing the crisis in Myanmar on humanitarian grounds.

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India's decision to terminate the visa-free movement policy with Myanmar for border citizens was announced last month, citing reasons such as national security concerns.

This decision came shortly after the interior minister disclosed plans to fence the 1,643-km (1,020-mile) border with Myanmar.

(With inputs from agencies)

India has deported the initial batch of Myanmar refugees who sought asylum in the country following the military coup in 2021, as disclosed by the chief minister of Manipur state on Friday (March 8).

India has deported the initial batch of Myanmar refugees who sought asylum in the country following the military coup in 2021, as disclosed by the chief minister of Manipur state on Friday (March 8). The move comes weeks after India terminated a visa-free border policy with Myanmar. While specific details on the number of individuals deported are not immediately available, the influx of thousands of civilians and hundreds of troops into Indian states since the 2021 coup has raised concerns in New Delhi about the potential of communal tensions. Also read: Over 5,000 Myanmar refugees including soldiers flee to India N. Biren Singh, the chief minister of Manipur, announced the deportation on the microblogging platform X, revealing that the first group of Myanmar nationals who entered India illegally had been expelled. Manipur, a northeastern state, has witnessed sporadic violence resulting in nearly 200 fatalities since ethnic clashes erupted in May of the preceding year. In the absence of a signed agreement on the 1951 UN Refugee Convention, which outlines refugee rights and the responsibilities of states in protecting them, and without domestic laws specifically safeguarding refugees, India maintains its stance on providing shelter and assistance to those fleeing the crisis in Myanmar on humanitarian grounds. Also read: 733 Myanmar refugees living in Mizoram India's decision to terminate the visa-free movement policy with Myanmar for border citizens was announced last month, citing reasons such as national security concerns. This decision came shortly after the interior minister disclosed plans to fence the 1,643-km (1,020-mile) border with Myanmar. (With inputs from agencies)

India deports first batch of illegal Myanmar nationals amid security concerns

Southeast Asian leaders are meeting in Australia for a rare summit. The ASEAN-Australia special summit in Melbourne will mark 50 years since Australia became the first official partner of the ASEAN bloc now.

ASEAN-Australia summit 2024: China & Myanmar likely to be high on agenda, focus on economy

The Thai prime minister has announced the country helped facilitate the transfer of around 900 Chinese Nationals back to China. According to reports the Chinese Nationals were trapped in scam centers near the Myanmar border. The rescue operation started on the 29th of February and went on for 3 days.

Thailand: 900 scam factory Chinese victims rescued near Myanmar border

ASEAN-Australia summit 2024: China & Myanmar likely to be high on agenda

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