After the 2021 military coup in Myanmar, the country quickly descended into a large-scale civil war. The overthrow of the elected government led to nationwide protests, which were met with forceful military action. Over time, resistance evolved from peaceful demonstrations into organized armed movements supported by ethnic militias that have fought the central government for decades. Independent estimates suggest that more than 100,000 people have been killed since the conflict began, though no official count exists. The fighting now spans cities, villages, and border regions, with multiple armed groups engaging in continuous clashes against state forces. This ongoing instability has turned Myanmar into one of the most violent conflict zones in the region.
