The rebels at the front line of Myanmar's civil war
Summary
Myanmar has been in a civil war since its military chief took power in a coup five years ago. The fighting involves the military and various rebel and ethnic groups, causing many deaths and forcing millions to leave their homes. Recently, the military has gained the upper hand using forced soldier recruitment and drones.Key Facts
- Myanmar's military leader led a coup overthrowing the elected government five years ago.
- A civil war followed between the military and rebel ethnic groups.
- Thousands of people have died, and millions have been displaced by the fighting.
- Rebels made major gains over two years ago but have recently lost ground.
- The military is now more aggressive, using forced conscription (making people join the army) and drones.
- A BBC reporter visited rebel-controlled areas secretly to see the war firsthand.
- The reporter spent time with fighters and visited hospitals and front-line zones in Bago and Karen states.
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