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Occupation of schools by Myanmar forces is a serious violation of children’s rights, Unicef says

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Mandalay, Mar 20 (EFE/EPA).- The occupation of education facilities by Myanmar security forces is a “serious violation of children’s rights” that will worsen the learning crisis for millions of students in the country, Unicef said in a statementThe UN's children agency said the military had occupied more than 60 schools and university campuses in 13 states and regions of the military-ruled country until Friday.A joint statement by Unicef, Save the Children, and Unesco said Myanmar security forces reportedly beat two teachers s they entered the premises and left several others injured. (Camera: STRINGER).SHOT LIST: A PROTEST AGAINST MILITARY COUP IN MANDALAY, MYANMAR.

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