“Based on intelligence inputs, the ministry has asked the three states that share borders with Myanmar to monitor the movements of all foreigners visiting there. ADVERTISEMENTForeigners visiting these states are required to apply for and obtain a Restricted Area Permit from the government. Sources said central intelligence agencies had earlier sounded an alert about suspicious activities by foreign nationals visiting the Northeast. “The ministry is also planning to restrict the movements of foreigners in the three states,” a ministry official said. Ukraine has lodged an official protest with the external affairs ministry, demanding the immediate release of its citizens and access to them.

Source: The Telegraph March 19, 2026 01:58 UTC