Brutal escalation of military violence in Myanmar: UN report raises the alarm

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Geneva/Yangon (dpa) - The latest reports on the escalating violence in Myanmar cause concern worldwide and draw a worrying picture of the country's situation. In his current annual report, the independent investigation mechanism for Myanmar (Iimm) has strongly pointed out that the brutality of the military junta has increased to its own population to an alarming extent. These developments not only have an impact on civil society, but also on the international community that is under moral pressure.

reasons for the escalation of violence

Since the military coup in February 2021, in which politics under Aung San Suu Kyi was plunged into chaos, Myanmar has to deal with a setback in the human rights situation. The associated armed conflict between the Junta and various resistance groups has led to a dramatic increase in violence and human rights violations. The Iimm finds that during the reporting period, which extends from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, the reaction of the military government to resistance became more and more brutal, which reinforces the despair and hardship of the civilian population.

consequences of violence for the population

The civilian population suffers in an alarming way; The report indicates countless eyewitness reports and forensic evidence that document the most serious human rights violations. The cruel deeds include air strikes in schools and medical facilities that were not military goals. The systematic torture of imprisoned citizens, including sexual violence, is particularly worrying. The multitude of reports about kidnapping and torture fueled fear and insecure life among people.

international law and the role of Iimm

In order to react to these inhuman practices, the Iimm was launched in 2018 by the United Nations in order to collect and document evidence of crimes against humanity. Iimm boss Nicholas Koumjian emphasizes urgency to break through the culture of impunity. So far, however, it can be stated that there is little to no accountable for the crimes committed. So far, the Junta has not commented on the allegations, which continues to question responsibility.

global effects and the need for action

The reports on the escalation of violence in Myanmar not only throw a bright light on the disregard for human rights, but also raise questions about the responsibility of the international community. Civil society in Myanmar needs support and protection, while the global community faces the challenge of taking effective measures. Only through uniform action can we hope to have a positive impact on the humanitarian situation in Myanmar.