Unprecedented violence escalates as Myanmar military ramps up deadly airstrikes against resisting civilians
- Pro-democracy protesters in Myanmar have faced increasing violence and bombings by the military this year, resulting in thousands of deaths.
- An estimated 65,000 fighters are using guerrilla tactics against military targets in resistance to the ongoing military coup that began in 2021.
- At least 130 people were killed in a recent airstrike targeting a ceremony, and nearly two dozen members of a resistance group have been killed in attacks this year.
- Military air attacks, including the use of fighter jets and helicopters, have intensified in 2023 with at least 25 airstrikes across Myanmar so far this year.
- The international community has been called on to take action against the junta, including economic sanctions, an arms embargo, and restricting aviation fuel, as the situation escalates.