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Myanmar forces systematically torture prisoners, report finds
Morning Star
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MYANMAR’S security forces have engaged in “systematic torture” of people held in detention centres, a United Nations-backed report revealed today. The Independent Investigative Mechanism on Myanmar said it had uncovered evidence of electric...
Two Held With ₹68 Lakh Cash Near India-Myanmar Border In Mizoram; Heroin Worth ₹78 Lakh Seized
Free Press Journal
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Two persons were arrested with Rs 68 lakh in cash near the India-Myanmar border in east Mizoram's Champhai district. | Representational Image Aizawl: Two persons were arrested with Rs 68 lakh in cash near the India-Myanmar border in east Mizoram's...
Myanmar to face defending champions Philippines in final group match
Global New Light Of Myanmar
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August 12, 2025
Myanmar women’s footballers are seen bravely. PHOTO: MFF The final day of Group B matches in the 2025 ASEAN Women’s Championship in Vietnam takes place today, with Myanmar facing defending champions the Philippines. Both Group B matches will kick...
Myanmar hilsa targets Indian market
Global New Light Of Myanmar
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August 12, 2025
This image captures the commercially valued Myanmar hilsa in the international market. Myanmar’s Fisheries Department stated that India is likely to bring in a large volume of Myanmar’s hilsa. Myanmar’s hilsa is primarily exported to India,...
Myanmar celebrates 2025 International Youth Day
Global New Light Of Myanmar
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August 12, 2025
August 13, 2025 Myanmar News Agency 18 Union Minister Jeng Phang Naw Taung delivers a speech at the International Youth Day 2025 ceremony in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday. A ceremony to mark the International Youth Day 2025 took place at Hotel Max in Nay...
Nine Covid-19 cases reported in Myanmar on May 10
Eleven Myanmar
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Myanmar reported nine new Covid-19 cases out of 1,577 samples tested on May 10, according to sources from the Ministry of Health and Sports. A total of 1,577 swabs were tested during the period from 8 pm on May 9 to 8 pm on May 10 and nine people...
Trump’s foreign aid cuts have ‘strengthened tyranny’ in Myanmar, rights groups say
The Independent (U.S.)
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August 14, 2025
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Myanmar: Children among those tortured by security forces, says UN report
Firstpost
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August 12, 2025
Children were among those tortured, often detained as stand-ins for missing parents. Some torture resulted in death, according to the 16-page report released Tuesday read more United Nations investigators say they have uncovered extensive evidence...
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Myanmar’s Rakhine faces rising hunger amid US aid reductions and civil war blockades
Firstpost
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August 12, 2025
The UN’s World Food Programme has warned of a “dramatic rise in hunger” in Myanmar’s conflict-hit Rakhine state after US aid cuts pushed by President Donald Trump. Blockades, ongoing fighting, and reduced international funding have left over half...
Gunman attacks Director of China-Myanmar trade zone
Eleven Myanmar
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An unidentified gunman attacked Min Aung Aye, Director of Muse 105-mile China-Myanmar trade zone on Union Road in Mongyu Village inside the Muse 105-mile trade zone on the evening of May 11 while he was on the way home to Muse, sources said. The...
Myanmar region sees hunger rise after aid cutbacks
New Age Bangladesh
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Agence France-Presse . Yangon 13 August, 2025, 00:57 One of Myanmar’s most conflict-ravaged regions has witnessed a ‘dramatic rise in hunger’ after US aid cuts pushed by president Donald Trump during a punishing civil war, the World Food Programme...
Myanmar security forces involved in systematic torture, U.N. report says
Japan Times
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August 12, 2025
GENEVA – United Nations investigators said on Tuesday they have found evidence of systematic torture by Myanmar security forces and identified some of the most senior perpetrators. The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), formed...
Myanmar region sees 'dramatic' hunger rise after aid cutbacks
The Hindu
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August 12, 2025
One of Myanmar's most conflict-ravaged regions has witnessed a "dramatic rise in hunger" after U.S. aid cuts pushed by President Donald Trump during a punishing civil war, the World Food Programme said on Tuesday (August 12, 2025). Western Rakhine...
Myanmar region sees ‘dramatic’ rise in hunger after aid cutbacks
The Straits Times
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August 12, 2025
Yangon - One of Myanmar’s most conflict-ravaged regions has witnessed a “dramatic rise in hunger” after US aid cuts pushed by President Donald Trump during a punishing civil war, the World Food Programme (WFP) said on Aug 12. Western Rakhine state...
Myanmar: Rights investigators reveal ‘systematic torture’, sexual violence
UN News
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August 12, 2025
In its annual report released on Tuesday, the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) said it had made “important progress” documenting crimes and identifying those responsible, including commanders of security forces overseeing...
War-torn Myanmar: Military chief calls for security boost before polls
Daily Star
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August 13, 2025
Myanmar's military chief has called for increased security for political party members and candidates as a newly formed interim government proceeds with a planned election in December and January that has been dismissed in the West as a sham. Min...
Myanmar army detaining two-year-olds as proxies for parents, witnesses tell UN
The Guardian
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August 12, 2025
Children as young as two years old have been detained by Myanmar’s military, often as proxies for their parents, and held in prison facilities where there is systematic torture, UN investigators have warned. The Independent Investigative Mechanism...
Elnora Rose Celis Crowned Mrs. Grand Tourism Ambassador 2025 in Myanmar — shines in upcoming sci-fi film “Nuclear Winter”
Cebu Daily News
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August 14, 2025
Elnora Rose Celis has been officially crowned Mrs. Grand Tourism Ambassador 2025, bringing pride and recognition to her supporters across the globe. During the prestigious Mrs. Grand International 2025 pageant held in Myanmar, Celis also earned...
Myanmar security forces involved in systematic torture, including of children, UN report says
The Globe and Mail
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August 12, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:The Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar formed in 2018 to analyze evidence of serious violations of international law.Thein Zaw/The Associated Press United Nations investigators said on Tuesday they have...
World : Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam : Aug 14, 2025
Bernama
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August 14, 2025
CAMBODIA 1. JAPAN-FUNDED TAKHMAU WATER TREATMENT PLANT -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE The Japan-financed Takhmau Water Treatment Plant, situated in Takhmau City, Kandal Province, is scheduled to be inaugurated today. Built by a Japanese consortium, it...