UN Urges Action as Myanmar Crisis Leaves Rohingya in Dire Conditions
The ongoing crisis in Myanmar continues to devastate the Rohingya community, with many still displaced or trapped in dire conditions within the country. The United Nations Secretary-General has called for urgent action to protect civilians, ensure humanitarian access, and support refugees and host communities. Over a million Rohingya Muslims live as refugees in Bangladesh due to the crisis, which threatens to destabilise the wider region.
The UN chief stressed that the solution to the crisis lies in Myanmar, urging an end to persecution and recognition of Rohingya as full citizens. Rohingya activists demand justice, cross-border humanitarian corridors, targeted sanctions, and prosecutions for atrocity crimes. Since the February 2021 military coup, reports have emerged of forced recruitment, sexual violence, airstrikes, starvation, and mass displacement. Conditions inside Myanmar's Rakhine state are the worst in decades, with civilians caught between junta forces and ethnic armed groups. Humanitarian agencies warn that resources are running out, leaving refugees malnourished and pushing more people into dangerous sea journeys.
The Secretary-General described the crisis as a 'test for humanity', highlighting the need for immediate action to address the dire situation faced by the Rohingya community. The international community must work together to ensure the protection of civilians, provide adequate humanitarian support, and promote a sustainable solution to the crisis.
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