Myanmar junta committing 'systematic' torture: UN report


A report by the UN's Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM) said it had identified "serious abuses during interrogations and in detention facilities". - AP

YANGON: UN investigators say they have recorded "systematic" torture in Myanmar's military-run detention facilities including beatings, electric shocks and gang rape.

Myanmar has been consumed by civil war since the military deposed the civilian government in a 2021 coup, with troops fighting an array of pro-democracy guerrillas and ethnic armed groups.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Myanmar , abuse torture , UN , report

Next In Aseanplus News

FBM KLCI ends at intraday high, marks 16-month high
5.7-magnitude quake hits waters near Philippines, says GFZ
General Border Committee to meet on Dec 24 to resume Thai-Cambodia ceasefire
US highlights Panama security ties as China-linked canal ports deal stalls
S'wak Deputy Premier wins defamation suit against state DAP chief, awared RM500,000 in damages
Traditional hanfu turn trips into cultural adventures in China
Bhutanese King recalls Thai comfort food and Buddhist warrior spirit in moving Chulalongkorn address
FIFA investigating FAM sec-gen Azman over heritage players saga
Vietnam replaces Trade Minister as leadership review begins
China zoos keep animals warm to protect against winter chill

Others Also Read