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Military Conflict

Myanmar's Military Is Killing Civilians Armed With Homemade Shields

20218 minPGcurrent-affairs

Civilians in Myanmar use homemade shields to defend against military forces since February's coup.

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Myanmar's Military Is Killing Civilians Armed With Homemade Shields

2021• 8 minPG

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Civilians in Myanmar use homemade shields to defend against military forces since February's coup.

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Since February's military coup in Myanmar, more than 510 civilians have been killed by security forces. In response to this violence, civilians are arming themselves with homemade shields to defend against their own government. The situation highlights the desperate measures people are taking to protect themselves amid ongoing unrest. Subscribe to VICE News for more updates on this critical issue.

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