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Over 20 Killed as Myanmar Military Strikes Festival Protest

10/8/2025

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Amnesty International reports over 20 died in Sagaing Region when the military used motorised paragliders against antigovernment vigil during a Buddhist festival.
Amnesty International's Joe Freeman says it reflects ongoing violence since the 2021 coup.
The conflict's toll includes over 75,000 deaths and 3 million displaced.
Japan and others say elections should follow a peace process; Amnesty seeks more pressure.

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Amnesty International reports over 20 died in Sagaing Region when the military used motorised paragliders against antigovernment vigil during a Buddhist festival.
Amnesty International's Joe Freeman says it reflects ongoing violence since the 2021 coup.
The conflict's toll includes over 75,000 deaths and 3 million displaced.
Japan and others say elections should follow a peace process; Amnesty seeks more pressure.