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Podcast: Insight Myanmar
Episode: The Last Stand
Description: Episode #293: Journalist Thomas van Linge shares his insights into the dire situation in Karenni state, contrasting the devastation caused by the military junta versus the resilience of the Karenni people. From the beginning of the coup in February 2021, Thomas closely followed the bravery of Burmese protesters who transformed civil resistance into an armed struggle. His work mapping the conflict revealed that the junta's control is weaker than originally thought, with military forces largely confined to isolated, hilltop bases.The resistance, despite being outgunned, has shown remarkable unity and determination. Lacking a central leadership, they operate in a...