Violence in Burma's Rakhine State
The U.N. human rights office warns of new violence in Burma's Rakhine state, with reports of attacks on Rohingya civilians by the military and ethnic armed groups. Tens of thousands of civilians have been displaced, with evidence of widespread destruction and abuse. The conflict stems from a civil war in Burma after the military ousted the elected government.
Key Points
- Reports of attacks on Rohingya civilians by military and ethnic armed groups
- Tens of thousands of civilians displaced with evidence of destruction and abuse
- Conflict linked to civil war in Burma after military coup