How many people died since Myanmar coup?

More than 1,000 people have been killed by security forces in Myanmar since the military seized power from the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi about six months ago, a local activist group said yesterday.

How many soldier died in Myanmar?

Myanmar’s military has suffered its heaviest losses yet over the last month, with 1,300 soldiers killed and 463 injured in clashes with civilian resistance groups, according to the country’s shadow National Unity Government’s (NUG) Defense Ministry.

What is behind the protests in Myanmar?

Mass protests and acts of civil disobedience have been seen across Myanmar since the military seized power on 1 February. Protesters have been calling for an end to military rule and the release of the country’s elected government leaders – including Aung San Suu Kyi – who were overthrown and detained in the coup.

Why did Myanmar’s military coup happen?

The coup took place amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Myanmar was struggling with one of the most severe outbreaks in Southeast Asia, owing to its poor health infrastructure and ongoing internal conflict. The country had begun its COVID-19 vaccination deployment a few days before the coup.

What are the forms of civil resistance in Myanmar?

Forms of civil resistance 1 Military boycott campaign. Myanmar Beer has become a target of the military boycott campaign due to its ties to the Burmese military. 2 Public protests. 3 Recognition of election outcomes. 4 Red ribbon campaign. 5 Social media.

What happened in Yangon’s Kamayut Township?

A group of protesters forming a human chain in Yangon’s Kamayut Township. A group of protesters denouncing Min Aung Hlaing, and waving the NLD flag. This article contains Burmese script. Without proper rendering support, you may see question marks, boxes, or other symbols instead of Burmese script.