ASEAN strongly condemns the airstrike on a hospital in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, urging an immediate halt to attacks on civilians and infrastructure
KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN has urged all parties in Myanmar to take immediate action to halt indiscriminate violence following a deadly airstrike on a hospital.
The regional bloc expressed deep concern and strongly condemned the attack on Mrauk-U Hospital in western Rakhine State on Wednesday.
The airstrike resulted in the deaths of at least 31 civilians and injured at least 76 others.
Attacks targeting civilians and medical facilities violate international humanitarian law and are unacceptable, according to an ASEAN Chair’s Statement.
“We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to the bereaved families of the victims and the affected communities,” the statement read.
ASEAN urged all parties to stop targeted attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure and ensure their protection.
It reiterated its call for the full implementation of an expanded and extended ceasefire throughout Myanmar.
The statement reaffirmed that the Five-Point Consensus remains the main reference for addressing the political crisis.
ASEAN urged for its full implementation to help achieve an inclusive and durable peaceful resolution for the people of Myanmar. – Bernama
