Myanmar’s military government lost direct control over 86% of its territory after months of fighting

Myanmar remains torn in a bloody civil war more than three years after a military coup toppled its democratically elected government. The ruling junta has resorted to desperate measures, including by enacting military conscription and adopting a defensive posture, to control an insurgency led by ethnic rebel forces and pro-democracy militias. As violence rages, neighbouring Thailand has grown increasingly worried that conflict will spill over the border. Experts weigh in on how Myanmar can carve a path to peace.