Rohingya Muslim refugees seeking shelter in vast numbers across borders.
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Updated By: History Editorial Network (HEN)
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The number of Rohingya Muslims fleeing military action in Myanmar's Rakhine state and seeking refuge in Bangladesh reached an estimated one million. The Rohingya, a stateless Muslim minority group in Myanmar, have long faced persecution and violence, leading to a mass exodus in search of safety.
The influx of refugees strained resources and infrastructure in Bangladesh, particularly in the Cox's Bazar district where the majority sought shelter. The sudden population increase created challenges in providing food, shelter, and healthcare to the refugees. Humanitarian organizations and the Bangladeshi government worked to address the crisis, setting up refugee camps and providing aid to those in need.
The plight of the Rohingya refugees garnered international attention, with calls for Myanmar to end the violence and persecution against the minority group. The United Nations and other organizations urged for a peaceful and sustainable solution to the crisis, emphasizing the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring the safety of the displaced population.
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Primary Reference: What Forces Are Fueling Myanmar's Rohingya Crisis?

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