What's happened
Myanmar's army chief Min Aung Hlaing accuses young people of being misled by resistance forces, addressing troops at the Armed Forces Day parade in Naypyidaw. He also accuses ethnic armed groups of obstructing the path to a democratic union.
Why it matters
Min Aung Hlaing's accusations highlight the ongoing struggle between the military regime and the resistance forces in Myanmar. The youth's involvement in the resistance and the military's efforts to restore peace and stability are crucial factors in the country's political landscape.
What the papers say
Al Jazeera reports Min Aung Hlaing's claims of youth being misled by resistance forces, while The Independent focuses on his accusations against ethnic armed groups and the military's losses. Al Jazeera also mentions the military's weakened state despite the annual parade.
How we got here
Three years after the military coup in Myanmar, the resistance forces and ethnic armed groups have made significant advances against the military regime. The coup led to widespread protests and violence, resulting in an armed revolt and ongoing conflict in the country.
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Min Aung Hlaing is a Burmese army general who is the current Commander-in-Chief of the Myanmar Armed Forces. He assumed the post on 30 March 2011. He is also a member of the National Defence and Security Council chaired by the President of Myanmar.
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