A new briefing paper details human rights violations. Villagers are being targeted and subjected to severe violence. This includes extortion, torture, and forced labor.

The military regime is accused of collective punishment, using baseless accusations to justify actions. The Karen Human Rights Group has documented these incidents over the last 18 months. Their report highlights the widespread arbitrary deprivation of liberty and ensuing violence.

Further details are available from the report, which outlines the scope of the problem and the various forms of violence and exploitation being used.