Military Crackdown Against Rohingya in Recent Years

The military crackdown against the Rohingya people has been a critical humanitarian crisis, primarily marked by two significant waves of violence. The first wave occurred from October 2016 to January 2017, followed by a more extensive crackdown beginning in August 2017. These military operations were characterized by widespread reports of human rights abuses, including killings, sexual violence, and the burning of villages. As a result, over a million Rohingya fled their homes, with the majority seeking refuge in neighboring Bangladesh. This mass exodus led to the establishment of the Kutupalong refugee camp, which has become the largest refugee camp in the world, housing hundreds of thousands of displaced individuals. The international community has responded with varying degrees of condemnation and humanitarian aid, yet the situation remains dire for those who have been forced to leave their homeland.