U.N.: Dozens of Muslims massacred by Buddhists in Burma|
The United Nations has confirmed that at least 48 Muslims appear to have been killed when Buddhist mobs attacked a village in an isolated corner of western Burma, a massacre that has been the vehemently denied by the government since it was first reported by The Associated Press just over a week ago.
Special Report: Myanmar gives official blessing to anti-Muslim monks|
Now Reuters has filed a special report detailing the “official blessing” bestowed on anti-Muslim monks by state authorities. It is a must read and I am afraid that the tide of religious chauvinism and hatred is not far from reaching a crescendo that will witness a horrific genocide.
One Region in Myanmar Limits Births of Muslims|
The local authorities in the western state of Rakhine in Myanmar have imposed a two-child limit for Muslim Rohingya families, a policy that does not apply to Buddhists in the area and comes amid accusations of ethnic cleansing during earlier sectarian violence.
Special Report: Witnesses tell of organized killings of Myanmar Muslims|
She wanted rice for their three children. He said they couldn’t afford it. Apartheid-like restrictions had prevented Muslims like Tun Naing from working for Buddhists here in Rakhine State along Myanmar’s western border, costing the 38-year-old metalworker his job.
President Barack Obama Eases Sanctions on Burma Even as Violent Onslaught Against Rohingya Muslims Continues|
(Loonwatch.com)
President Barack Obama’s administration has moved to further ease sanctions on the Burmese government, easing a ban on imports.
