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Myanmar (Burma)· KyauktawWar refugees in Rakhine State face severe hardship and discrimination
War refugees in Myanmar's Rakhine State are experiencing severe difficulties, including food and shelter shortages, and social discrimination, with some villages refusing them entry during Buddhist Lent.
Background
Myanmar has experienced a prolonged period of internal conflict, with various ethnic armed organizations and the military junta involved in ongoing clashes. Rakhine State, in particular, has been a site of significant displacement and humanitarian concerns, leading to large populations of war refugees facing precarious conditions.
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Displacement and hardship for war refugees in Rakhine State
First report 17h agoLast update 17h agoThere is deep concern for war refugees in Rakhine State, who are experiencing significant hardship, social exclusion, and a lack of support, with calls for the Arakan government to intervene.
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