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Colonial-era xenophobia helped shape modern Rohingya exclusion in Myanmar, historian argues The persecution and exclusion faced by Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar cannot be understood solely as a modern phenomenon, but must be examined against centuries of political conquest, colonial-era economic upheaval, ethno-nationalism and anti-Muslim sentiment, according to an analysis by […]

Rohingya camps face shrinking healthcare as funding falls 39% amid population growth Healthcare services in Bangladesh’s Rohingya refugee camps are contracting under a deepening funding shortage even as the refugee population continues to grow, reducing the number of health facilities, medical workers and vaccination centres and raising concerns over disease […]

Malaysia says Myanmar must address root causes of Rohingya crisis for lasting solution Malaysia has said responsibility for resolving the prolonged Rohingya crisis cannot fall on host countries alone, stressing that Myanmar must address the root causes of the crisis and create conditions for Rohingya refugees to return safely, voluntarily, […]

Thailand pilots community-based care for Rohingya children, highlights refugee protection measures at UNHCR meeting Thailand has highlighted a pilot initiative providing community-based care for Rohingya children as part of a broader set of refugee and protection measures presented at the 77th Session of the Executive Committee of the United Nations […]

Malaysian police investigate Molotov cocktail attack on Rohingya settlement in Johor Malaysian police have opened two investigation papers after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at a Rohingya settlement in Kulai, Johor, causing a minor fire at a house but leaving no one injured, according to Johor police. Johor police chief […]

ActionAid dialogue calls for inclusive policies to strengthen Rohingya-host community relations Inclusive policies, meaningful community participation and stronger cooperation among humanitarian actors are essential to strengthening social cohesion and building lasting peace between Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh, speakers said at an ActionAid Bangladesh dialogue in Cox’s Bazar. […]

Saudi Arabia expects favourable ICJ verdict in Rohingya genocide case Saudi Arabia expects a favourable verdict from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the Rohingya genocide case and hopes the proceedings will help hold those responsible for genocide accountable, according to a statement from Bangladesh’s Permanent Mission to the […]

Access to reliable information increasingly vital as AI and disinformation reshape global news landscape Access to accurate and reliable information is becoming increasingly important as artificial intelligence, online disinformation, internet shutdowns and weaknesses in transparency systems make it harder for people to determine what is true and hold authorities accountable, […]

AA reportedly orders Rohingya residents to leave Ah Nauk Pyin village by October 17 The Arakan Army (AA) has reportedly ordered Rohingya residents of Ah Nauk Pyin village in Rathedaung Township to leave their homes by October 17, raising urgent concerns over the safety and destination of civilians who could […]