Myanmar genocide – The Diplomat

Will a Legal Case in Argentina Bring Justice for the Rohingya?

Istiaque Ahamed — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 22:48:00 +0900

A case in Argentina, under the principle of universal jurisdiction, seeks to hold Myanmar's leaders accountable for the atrocities committed against the Rohingya people.

The Rohingya Crisis and the Myth of Myanmar Sovereignty

Muhammad Estiak Hussian — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 23:33:00 +0900

Powerful actors like China, Russia, ASEAN, and many other nations have refused to act in the Rohingya crisis – usually citing Myanmar’s sovereignty and the principle of non-interference.

Does the World Care About Crimes Against Humanity in Asia?

Philip Smucker — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 05:18:00 +0900

The ICC's decision to take action against Russia's Putin is in glaring contrast to its slow or non-existent response to myriad war crimes in Asia, from the wars in Vietnam to Afghanistan to Myanmar today.

The Changing Face of Genocide: From Mass Death to Mass Trauma

Esther Brito — Sat, 23 Apr 2022 00:05:00 +0900

Learning from a long history of global inaction, regimes are pursuing a new form of genocide, as seen in campaigns against the Rohingya, the Uyghurs, and others.

How the Coup Shattered the Image of Myanmar’s Military

Tun Myint — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 22:29:00 +0900

The Tatmadaw has slid from a repressive to a repugnant institution in public opinion.

The US Says Myanmar Committed Genocide in Assaults on Rohingya

Sebastian Strangio — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:09:00 +0900

The declaration is long overdue, but accountability for Myanmar's military remains a long way off.

Why the US Should Recognize the Rohingya Genocide

Michael P. Scharf, Paul R. Williams, and Milena Sterio — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 10:47:00 +0900

The Biden administration has a chance to reassert the United States’ moral authority on human rights.

Myanmar’s Generals Reshape Regional Political Dynamics

Luke Hunt — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 09:27:00 +0900

Min Aung Hlaing's seizure of power in Myanmar has shaken up the region's diplomatic balance.

Biden Administration to Probe Rohingya Genocide Claim

Sebastian Strangio — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 14:59:00 +0900

What would it mean for the U.S. government to officially declare the Myanmar atrocities "genocide"?

Outgoing UN Envoy Hopes Myanmar’s Suu Kyi Can Change

Luke Hunt — Wed, 06 May 2020 21:21:00 +0900

Explosions heard in Rakhine villages as military searches door-to-door.

Will the ICJ Myanmar Ruling Help Bring Accountability for the Rohingya Crisis?

Champa Patel and Ruma Mandal — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 22:46:00 +0900

Beyond refocusing the attention on the Rohingya crisis, the ruling raising questions about whether it might be an effective route for pursuing accountability.

The Truth About Myanmar’s Genocide Case Defense Lawyer

Andrew Nachemson — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 22:16:00 +0900

The focus on William Schabas’ history and personal views detracts from the more substantive issues at play in allegations of genocide in Myanmar.

Rohingya Case: International Court Begins Gathering Evidence

Associated Press — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 00:31:00 +0900

A court official said a team of investigators is visiting Rohingya refugee camps to collect evidence, and that justice will be delivered whether Myanmar cooperates or not.

Aung San Suu Kyi Slammed for Army Defense in Myanmar Genocide Case

Aleks Furtula and Lorne Cook — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 01:08:00 +0900

The Nobel Peace laureate was blasted by opposing lawyers for defending the Myanmar army’s conduct in Rakhine state.

Suu Kyi’s Hague Appearance: Minding Myanmar’s Domestic Political Dynamics in the ICJ Genocide Case

Prashanth Parameswaran — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:59:00 +0900

While much of the focus may be on her international image, it will be important to consider the domestic political dynamics at play in Myanmar as well.

Why Will Aung San Suu Kyi Personally Defend Myanmar Against Genocide Claims?

Angshuman Choudhury — Sat, 30 Nov 2019 02:01:00 +0900

The Nobel peace prize winner will now be defending charges of genocide at an international court. How did it come to this?

Gambia’s Genocide Case Against Myanmar: A Legal Review

Md. Rizwanul Islam — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 20:31:00 +0900

A look at the prospects for the ICJ case, based on past precedent and international law.

Latest Violence in Myanmar Confirms Worst Suspicions

Luke Hunt — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:27:00 +0900

Continued conflict suggests a long road ahead for vulnerable populations in the country.

Why Are Myanmar’s Neighbors Ignoring the Rohingya Crisis?

Angshuman Choudhury — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 23:24:00 +0900

The silence of Myanmar’s neighbors over the UN’s genocide allegations is deeply unsettling.

What Is the Tatmadaw’s Plan for the Rohingya?

Austin Bodetti — Sat, 14 Oct 2017 02:21:00 +0900

Myanmar’s military has spent decades engineering a genocide.

Is Myanmar Approaching Genocide?

Prashanth Parameswaran — Mon, 04 May 2015 23:36:00 +0900

A recent report suggests that the Rohingya could become the target of further mass atrocities.

Are Myanmar and the Philippines Guilty of Genocide?

Thu, 25 Jul 2013 09:31:00 +0900

Claims of genocide have been leveled against the governments of Myanmar and the Philippines. But are they valid?