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Myanmar ethnic group faces airstrikes for protesting coup

Ethnic group in Myanmar faces airstrikes, new attacks for protesting coup

03/30/2021

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Myanmar ethnic group faces airstrikes for protesting coup

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Ethnic group in Myanmar faces airstrikes, new attacks for protesting coup

Two months ago, the Myanmar military staged a coup and overthrew the civilian government and has since met resulting protests with violence. The conflict is now entering a new stage as militias associated with the country’s ethnic minorities join the protests, with Karen refugees facing new air attacks by the military. Thousands have already fled into neighboring Thailand. Nick Schifrin reports.

03/30/2021

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