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"On the morning of April 11th, 2023, the genocidal military junta carried out a
barbaric bombardment on the innocent civilians of Pazigyee Village, Sagaing. The
terrorist attack has resulted in countless tragic deaths and injuries, including many
among the elderly, women, and children. The genocidal military junta maintains a
semblance of control through brutal terroristic tactics, continues to escalate their
violent campaign of airstrikes throughout the nation. It is imperative that we,
domestically and internationally, recognise the ruthless and illegitimate nature of the
junta and unite to put an end to their heinous crimes against humanity.
We urgently call upon the International Community, including the UN Security
Council, neighbouring and Western Nations, ASEAN Member States, and all free
and Democratic Countries to take immediate and effective action to protect the
people of Myanmar. To prevent the junta from carrying out further violent airstrikes
on innocent civilians, we call for the establishment of a no-fly zone over Myanmar.
Additionally, stricter and more effective targeted sanctions must be imposed, in
particular those related to the importation of aviation fuel, arms, and munitions to
genocidal military junta; the purchase of oil, gas, and other natural resources from
Myanmar; and seizing foreign assets from those responsible for these atrocities.
Most importantly, the perpetrators must be held accountable for their crimes
against humanity. This can be achieved through investigation and prosecution in
international criminal courts (ICC), the issuing of international arrest warrants, travel
bans, and business bans. Moreover, the provision of support to civil society
organisations in Myanmar working for human rights and democracy is essential. It is
important that we work together to bring an end to the junta's reign of terror and
strive towards a brighter, more peaceful future for the people of Myanmar.
The National Unity Government remains resolute in our commitment to protecting
our people and bringing justice to those affected. In addition, we would like to
reassure that our ministry's priority has been to gather information and take action
to assist those impacted by this heinous crime. Our thoughts and prayers go out to
the victims of the Pazigyee village, Kantbalu airstrikes, and we extend our deepest
condolences, thoughts and prayers to their remaining family members and love
ones. Again, we implore the international community to stand with Myanmar people
in solidarity as we work towards a democratic and peaceful future for Myanmar..."
Source/publisher:
Ministry of International Cooperation Myanmar
Date of Publication:
2023-04-11
Date of entry:
2023-04-11
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Myanmar
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