Security Forces: Rights Violations and Council Members

security forces: It expresses grave concern at reports of human rights violations in Rakhine by Myanmar's security forces against the Rohingya, according to CTV. These include the systematic use of force and intimidation, killing of men, women and children, sexual violence and ... the destruction and burning of homes and property, it says. The presidential statement calls on Myanmar's government to ensure no further excessive use of military force in Rakhine State and take immediate steps to respect human rights. Britain initially circulated a Security Council resolution with similar language, backed by the U.S., France and other council members. China is one of the five countries that have veto power on the council. But resolutions are legally binding and diplomats said China, a neighbour and ally of Myanmar, was strongly opposed. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.