Crisis in Karen State: The Human Costs of the Latest Offensive

By Moo Ko Htee

With the southern part of Burma effectively under the control of the military junta, the army launched a large scale offensive in the northern districts of Karen State, to gain control over villagers who have always managed to evade the junta’s rule. The offensive has displaced over 18,000 people. This offensive continues today, and its affects are wide-spread and devestating. Despite this, the grassroots people continue to resist the junta through non-violent means, as silent heroes.