5 October 2026

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Myanmar receives nearly 1,500 returnees from Malaysia despite safety warnings

Nearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals returned from Malaysia arrived near Yangon on 4 October. Malaysia says the returns were voluntary, but the UN refugee agency was denied access to assess consent. Rights groups warn that conflict and persecution leave returnees at risk despite official assurances.

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Indian election protests continue as police investigate harassment allegations

Protesters in India continued demanding the election chief’s resignation over disputed voter-roll revisions. The Election Commission denies wrongdoing. Delhi police also announced an inquiry into harassment allegations arising from earlier demonstrations. The electoral dispute and the allegations against officers remain contested matters, not established findings.