A recent U.N. report reveals a dire human rights situation in Myanmar following the military coup in February 2021, with over 5,350 civilians killed and more than 3.3 million displaced. The report highlights that at least 1,853 people have died in custody, including 88 children, with many victims suffering extreme torture and neglect. James Rodehaver, head of the U.N. human rights office for Myanmar, noted that the military has been using brutal tactics, including summary executions and sexual violence, to suppress dissent and maintain control. The military currently governs less than 40% of the country as opposition forces gain ground, leading to a chaotic civil war. Furthermore, nearly 27,400 arrests have been made, often targeting family members of political opponents as a means of punishment. The U.N. emphasizes that the absence of rule of law has allowed these atrocities to proliferate, marking Myanmar as being in a 'human rights abyss.'