Could Myanmar's Rebels Actually Win?

For about three years now, Myanmar has been under a military rule. But, it appears that the rebels are having a real possibility of winning the conflict. So, in this video, we're going to take a look at why the rebels are on the front foot, why the military is losing control, and what this means for the future of Myanmar.

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[fiorinopizio]

Media giving attention to long lasting unknown conflicts makes me happy

[Dan-qytd]

My mum is from Myanmar (first gen immigrant) and trying to explain the conflict to people is always so difficult because they have no context for it - thank you for making this, pieces like this are so important for shining a light on the “forgotten” conflicts of the world

[JustaRandomGuy]

“Hey boss can you send me the PDF?”
My boss:

[sucramuk]

While it's quite amusing it should be noted that Karen (also Karenni) isn't pronounced Ka-ruhn like the western name, but rather Kah-ren with emphasis and a rising tone on the 2nd syllable.

They don't actually need to speak with the manager.

[Chrissy]

So many forgotten conflicts with thousands and sometimes millions of deaths...

[jochen]

I never thought I would hear the words Karen National Army, but here we are

[anlydaly]

There are two wars for freedom.
The war to win it, which can start and end at any time.
And the eternal war to keep it, protect it, and strengthen it. With the eternal war the moment you loose, is the moment you've believed the war is over.

[Rose-jrtx]

I've visited Myanmar which is an absolutely beautiful country. Myanmar people are honest, friendly and helpful.
Myanmar: From century-long Western Colonialism to decades-long Western boycott/sanction to current Western sponsored civil war.. It never ends. 😔🤷
I hope Myanmar manages to sort things out. Peace and prosperity to all Myanmar people! ☮☮☮

[mrgarland]

Probably yeah. Problem is keeping the factions together. The many separatist factions are the ones who have armed and trained the PDF. They will have a price for removing the military.

[mtrso]

Myanmar's situation is under-reported by the global media just because they are geopolitically insignificant, but they're fighting for a very good cause with much effort, the world needs to see this and lend support to the oppressed people

[nathanpangilinan]

Well, looks like someone really wants to talk to the Manager of Myanmar.

[IK_MK]

If Adobe Acrobat has taught me anything

Its that the PDF is the superior force😤🔥🔥

[JongeKroost]

I really appreciate that you guys are still giving this conflict the attention it deserves!

[RealUlrichLeland]

Even if they do win, it remains to be seen what would happen to the country. Would the new government grant independence to the ethnic militias that helped them into power? Would the state be reformed into a decentralised federation? Would the militias be willing to give up their weapons, or be reorganized into a national army?

[Naturenerd]

This is insane Myanmar is divided into like 6 or 7 different countries right now. Controlled by different factions and mini states. And the fact the military is being pushed in the center of the county means they will have no supply routes and loose.

[davidbowie]

I think the Arakan Army will have the most attention. They are the least favourable to the federation term and have made clear they wanted to restore the Arakanese statehood, an ancient Buddhist empire in the region. Unfortunately, Modi's constant support for the Tatmadaw has made Indian interests received with excessive hostility by the Rakhine locals, and many Indians were even killed there by them. Modi's mismanagement in foreign policy in Myanmar is ruinous for India's interests in Myanmar too as the Tatmadaw didn't receive India as an equal partner.

[Peaceforallhumans]

Appreciated from Myanmar 🇲🇲.Means a lot for us when media finally covering the news.

[TheAmericanAmerican]

Glory to Myanmar and her people 🇲🇲
Long live democracy ✊️

[samuela-aegisdottir]

Thanks for providing detailed maps. This is something I missed a lot in TLDR news coverage. Aestetic minimalism is nice, but TLDR used to go too far when designing maps. I have hope that the attitude is finally changing.

[kenw]

So TLDR too is closely watching Myanmar situation that has caused recent trouble near border town with Thai.