How the Terrorist Arakan Army Blocks Rohingya Repatriation

Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh In August 2026, political promises regarding Rohingya refugee repatriation face harsh realities on the ground. Political leaders recently claimed thousands of refugees could soon return to Myanmar safely. However, the terrorist Arakan Army (AA) currently controls nearly 90 percent of Arakan. This territorial dominance completely blocks any safe or voluntary return for […]