Myanmar Faces Backlash Over Mandatory Military Draft

Myanmar's military government has triggered a backlash and renewed calls for support from resistance forces after announcing sweeping conscription rules, requiring young people to serve in the armed forces for at least two years, extendable to five years in times of national emergency. The move has been met with criticism on social media and is seen as a turning point for the military, which has faced increasing defeats and desertions in recent months.