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UN reports increased civilian attacks in Myanmar using drones and paragliders

The United Nations has reported an escalation in civilian attacks in Myanmar, with the military increasingly utilizing drones and paragliders for low-altitude strikes. These attacks, which include "double-tap" tactics to target first responders, rose significantly ahead of recent elections. The UN investigators also noted extensive evidence of war crimes, crimes against humanity, arbitrary detention, torture, and sexual violence. AI

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UN reports increased civilian attacks in Myanmar using drones and paragliders

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Bloomberg ·

    Myanmar steps up civilian attacks with drones and paragliders, UN says

    Myanmar’s military is increasingly using drones, motorised paragliders and other low-cost aircraft to attack civilians, United Nations investigators said, even as the country’s rulers seek to project stability and gain legitimacy after a military-run election. The report by the U…