United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern over the escalating violence in Myanmar, particularly in Rakhine State, which has led to new suffering and displacements. His spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, condemned indiscriminate airstrikes causing civilian casualties and called for all parties involved in the conflict to cease violence and protect civilians under international law. The ongoing conflict follows a military coup that overthrew the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi on February 1, 2021.