Entries by ND Burma

Myanmar Mechanism investigations reveal deliberate attacks on civilians by the Myanmar military – Annual Report

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Geneva, 11 August 2026 – Investigations by the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (Mechanism), as detailed in its Annual Report released today, show a pattern of deliberate aerial attacks on civilians, arbitrary detentions, torture and sexual violence committed by the Myanmar military.  The Myanmar military escalated its aerial attacks and other crimes against civilians in the lead-up to […]

Protecting Humanity: Enforcing the ICRC Mandate in Myanmar – An Open Letter to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

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Date: 11 August 2026 To the Leadership and Representatives of the ICRC, We, the undersigned 155 Myanmar, regional and international civil society organizations, write to you today with a profound sense of urgency and deep frustration regarding the 3 August 2026 meeting between your resident representative, Arnaud de Baecque, and Myanmar’s State Counsellor, Daw Aung San Suu […]

Joint Statement: SEANF Must Deny the Junta-controlled Myanmar Commission the 2027 Chairship to Protect Regional Credibility

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[BANGKOK, 7 August 2026] We, the undersigned 146 Myanmar, regional, and international civil society organizations, express deep alarm and concern regarding reports that the junta-controlled Myanmar National Human Rights Commission (MNHRC) has announced its intention to assume the Chairship of the Southeast Asia National Human Rights Institutions Forum (SEANF) in 2027, following discussions during the second Technical Working Group Meeting of SEANF […]

Myanmar military escalates civilian killings, monitor warns, amid diplomatic push

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By Reuters July 27 (Reuters) – Myanmar’s military has sharply escalated attacks on civilians since a ‌new administration took office in the war-torn country, a conflict monitor said on Monday, even as regional governments ramp up diplomatic engagement. The Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) said the onslaught was a result of the tactics […]

KWAT 2025 yearly activity report

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“We are pleased to share with you KWAT’s 2025 Annual Report, which highlights our efforts to promote the rights, safety, and dignity of women and communities affected by conflict in Kachin and Northern Shan States.”

UN Special Envoy on Myanmar calls for release of Aung San Suu Kyi

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The United Nations Special Envoy on Myanmar, Julie Bishop, delivered a scathing indictment of Myanmar over five years after the military coup on Feb. 1, 2021, to the U.N. General Assembly in New York City on June 19. Bishop’s address at U.N. Headquarters coincided with the 81st birthday of jailed democracy leader Aung San Suu […]

From the Ground Up: Local Calls for Safety and Protection in Southeastern Burma

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The Human Rights Foundation of Monland Releases a New Report:From the Ground Up: Local Calls for Safety and Protection in Southeastern Burma For Immediate Release18 June 2026A new report from the Human Rights Foundation of Monland (HURFOM) released todayhighlights local demands for peaceful democratic reform and peace in Burma. The reportfeatures testimonies and case studies […]

FROM THEGROUND UP

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Today, HURFOM releases our latest report, ‘From the Ground Up,’ which highlights local demands for democratic reform and peace in Burma. Five years after the unsuccessful coup, those in our targeted areas are seeking answers.

Releases New Briefing Paper | Democracy Dies Where Dictators Thrive

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The Network for Human Rights Documentation-Burma (ND-Burma) Releases aNew Briefing Paper | Democracy Dies Where Dictators Thrive: Human Rights Violations by the Military Junta Post-Sham Election 16 June 2026 Today, the Network for Human Rights Documentation-Burma (ND-Burma) releases its latest briefing paper addressing the junta’s sham election ploy and the human rights violations that have […]