Myanmar military regains ground amid five‑year civil war stalemate
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 06:56 UTC
- Sources: Deutsche Welle
Deutsche Welle examines the current state of Myanmar’s civil war five years after the February 2021 coup. Armed resistance groups remain active across much of the country, but recent reports indicate the junta’s armed forces are regaining territory and limiting losses. The analysis suggests a stalemate with the military gaining some ground while insurgents continue to challenge its authority.