Rohingya Refugees Seek Safety in Indonesia Amid Myanmar Conflict

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Rohingya Refugees Seek Safety in Indonesia Amid Myanmar Conflict
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Over 200 ethnic Rohingya, mostly women and children, arrived in Indonesia's Aceh province, bringing the total number of Rohingya arrivals to over 1,000 for the week. The Rohingya, fleeing persecution in Myanmar, often embark on dangerous journeys by boat to seek safety in neighboring countries. The recent influx of Rohingya in Aceh has no specific reason, but they are driven by the desire for a safer life. While Indonesia's Foreign Ministry has stated that it cannot accommodate refugees, rights groups are calling for authorities to provide assistance and engage with neighboring countries to address the Rohingya crisis.

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