It is well known that human rights violations and abuses occur during security operations in Myanmar," it said. Since February 4, the experts have received credible reports of the daily fighting using helicopters and Navy ships. In Kyauktaw township, local sources reported that one Rohingya boy died on his way to a hospital after being hurt by the shelling, and seven civilians were reportedly wounded, including three Rohingya. "We call on all parties to the conflict to abide by international humanitarian law and international human rights law and protect civilians at all times," said the statement. The government must also lift its restrictions and grant immediate access to the media, humanitarian organizations and human rights monitors," it said.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 19, 2020 16:30 UTC