Myanmar Military

The Myanmar military, also known as the Tatmadaw, is the armed forces of Myanmar. It gained control of the government in a coup in February 2021, overthrowing the democratically elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi. The military's actions have led to widespread civil unrest and the formation of a National Unity Government (NUG) in exile, which struggles for legitimacy. The military is newsworthy due to its ongoing efforts to consolidate power through elections widely criticized as a sham designed to legitimize military rule. Recent events include the holding of a three-phase general election, marked by low credibility and allegations of manipulation. During the election period, the UN reported at least 170 civilian deaths from military air strikes. Despite the ongoing civil war and widespread condemnation, the military attempts to project an image of normalcy through events like all-night concerts. The military's actions continue to destabilize the region and raise concerns about human rights violations.