All nations must work together to stop violence in Myanmar

China and Russia face no disadvantage in ending military crackdown on civilians

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Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, who ousted Myanmar's elected government in a Feb. 1 coup, presides over an Armed Forces Day parade in Naypyitaw on March 27.  © Reuters

Myanmar's military has stepped up its violent crackdown on civilians, with the death toll exceeding 100 on March 27 alone. More than 500 people have been killed by indiscriminate gunfire since the military seized power in a coup on Feb. 1.

All countries should work together to quickly bring the situation under control. That includes China and Russia, which have been reluctant to criticize Myanmar's military. 

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