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East Timor Accuses Myanmar of War Crimes

East Timor, also known as Timor Leste, has recently joined the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and is now facing tensions with Myanmar. The country's judicial authorities have accepted a criminal complaint against Myanmar's armed forces, leading to an escalation in diplomatic relations. Myanmar has responded by ordering the expulsion of East Timor's senior diplomat, a rare step within ASEAN.

President José Ramos-Horta has faced criticism for his involvement with the Chin Human Rights Organization, which documents alleged abuses in Myanmar's northwestern Chin State. This move highlights the complex relationship between these two Southeast Asian nations and the challenges of addressing international crimes under regional cooperation frameworks.