Myanmar Junta

Myanmar ethnic minority fighters seize town from military

The three allied groups -- known as the Three Brotherhood Alliance -- say they have captured military positions and border hubs vital for trade with China, posing what analysts say is the biggest military challenge to the junta since it seized power in 2021

Inside ‘Operation 1027’, the anti-junta offensive in Myanmar

Operation 1027, so named for the date and month of its launch, has seen the Brotherhood Alliance capture over 300 junta bases and 20 towns across three states and two regions. Experts say rebels have risen up everywhere and this could be a 'defining moment' for Myanmar

Vantage | What India's 'return to democracy' message to Myanmar really means

As the junta grapples with losses on multiple fronts including territorial control, trade routes and personnel, there are signs of an internal crisis

Myanmar junta frees troops jailed for desertion so they can fight rebels

The defence ministry of the National Unity Government, a major opposition group that acts as a shadow government, said earlier this year that more than 14,000 troops have defected from the military since the 2021 seizure of power.

Vantage | Is Myanmar junta on the verge of collapse?

Myanmar faces an uncertain future, and its neighbours are being drawn into the chaos

Myanmar junta urges rebels to stop being 'foolish', solve problems 'politically'

In response to Min Aung Hlaing's call for dialogue, a parallel civilian government supporting some rebel groups rejected the proposal

Vantage | Why China moved from talk to flexing military muscle in Myanmar

China's hardened stance may be linked to recent events such as an attack on a goods convoy near the town of Mu-Say

Vantage | Why Myanmar's crisis worries China and India but not the world

Myanmar's escalating conflict demands urgent international attention and intervention to alleviate the suffering of civilians caught in the crossfire

Myanmar conflict intensifies: Will the junta rule collapse?

Myanmar’s ruling junta has so far failed to rein in the coordinated attacks launched by rebels in October. The latest flare-up has India and China concerned. Will this be the end of the military rule in the Southeast Asian nation?

Vantage | Why India can't afford to ignore Myanmar's big crisis

With the writing on the wall, India must confront the reality that if Myanmar's military loses control, the border with India could become more volatile