U.S. Slams ‘Repulsive’ Myanmar Crackdown as Death Toll Surges

A protest in Yangon on March 3. 38 people were killed across the country on Wednesday.Photographer: AFP/Getty Images
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The U.S. criticized Myanmar’s security forces for using deadly force against anti-coup protesters as the United Nations said another 38 protesters were killed across the country on Wednesday.

State Department spokesman Ned Price called the loss of life “repulsive” and reiterated that the U.S. was considering additional measures aimed at holding the military accountable. The fresh violence also comes after the junta told security forces to avoid using live bullets.