The findings highlight a devastating toll on women and children alongside severe abuses against the Rohingya community
UN documented 702+ civilian deaths by Myanmar military Aug-Jan, primarily airstrikes in Sagaing; 224 women and 153 children among victims. International humanitarian funding withdrawal signals state collapse and forced conscription as military consolidates post-coup power.
June 23, 2026
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Myanmar's military killed more than 700 civilians in six months, including hundreds of women and children, according to a UN report cited by the BBC.
The report from the UN Human Rights Office, covering August to January -- the six months from when the military announced elections -- verified a minimum of 702 civilian deaths, including 224 women and 153 children.
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GENEVA: Myanmar’s military was responsible for more than 700 civilian deaths over the six-month election period...
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