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Myanmar Journal: Doctors and medics struggle to save lives while the death toll could well pass 150
23 Sept 04:47 Key points summarised by AI
- Security forces dramatically escalated violence on March 14, firing live rounds into protests, resulting in an estimated 30 deaths in Hlaingtharyar and over 50 nationwide on that day alone.
- The overall death toll since February 13th is feared to exceed 150, with doctors and medics overwhelmed and struggling to save lives amidst continuous crackdowns.
- In response to the intensified violence, the military government imposed martial law and cut electricity in severely affected townships, while citizens organized local defenses and prepared for self-protection.
- Despite international condemnation and a rising casualty count, anti-coup protests persisted across Myanmar, fueled by public defiance and calls for stronger civilian defense.
