Bombs in the Sanctuary: Myanmar's Military Ignites a Firestorm of Outrage and Questions The attack on a monastery in Myanmar's Sagaing region has left 14 elderly civilians dead, sparking widespread condemnation and raising disturbing questions about the military's conduct.
On its surface, this tragic event appears to be another example of civilian casualties caught in the crossfire of Myanmar's ongoing civil war. However, upon closer examination, a more complex picture emerges.
The monastery was not just any gathering place – it was specifically designed for a meditation retreat during Buddhist Lent.