BBC Correspondent Spends 10 Days with Myanmar Rebels as Military Goes on Offensive in Most Regions
Quentin Sommerville spent 10 days in rebel territory in Bago and Karen states, visiting hospitals and front-line positions.
The BbcThe BBC's Quentin Sommerville entered Myanmar without permission from the authorities and spent 10 days in rebel-held territory. He visited hospitals and front-line positions in Bago and Karen states while traveling with rebel fighters. Myanmar's military chief led a coup that overthrew the democratically elected government five years ago.
The BBC reported that civil war has since torn the country apart, with thousands killed and millions displaced in fighting between the military and an alliance of ethnic and rebel groups. More than two years ago, rebels made a series of sweeping gains. The BBC reported that forced conscription and increased drone power have since put the military on the offensive in most parts of the country.
The full documentary 'The Secret Jungle Hospital' is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
