Diplomatic Clash: Myanmar Expels East Timor Envoy Amid Legal Dispute

Myanmar has ordered the expulsion of East Timor's top diplomat amid growing tensions over a criminal complaint accusing Myanmar's military of war crimes. The complaint filed by a rights group follows Myanmar's 2021 coup and subsequent civil unrest. The situation intensifies scrutiny on Myanmar's government actions.

Myanmar has mandated the expulsion of East Timor's diplomatic head within seven days, a move detailed by state media referencing the foreign ministry.

The escalating conflict stems from a complaint by Myanmar's Chin state Human Rights Organization filed in East Timor over alleged military war crimes since the 2021 coup.

The diplomatic fallout emphasizes the intensifying international scrutiny on Myanmar, as it confronts legal challenges and diplomatic backlash over its actions since the military ousted Myanmar's elected government.

(With inputs from agencies.)