“The Vanishing Culture of the Right to Peaceful Protest – Athan 6/10/25, 10:25 AM during these February months, but they are not included or accounted for in this document. Looking over the ongoing non-violent movements carried out by the people during these past four years, it can be seen that the Myanmar military’s complete takeover has not been successful. Despite ongoing oppression and restrictions, protests against the military – such as strikes, campaigns, silent strikes, and flash-mobs have taken place regularly, especially every February. Therefore, in February 2024 and 2025, depending on the political situation on the ground, we can see ongoing changes in public movements, as well as shifts in the military’s political strategies and the beliefs held by the civilians. Furthermore, it is possible to keep examining the opinions and perspectives of the revolutionary groups on the right to peaceful assembly and peaceful protest. Findings Research findings reveal that from late January 2024, military forces, accompanied by affiliated entities such as fire department personnel, administrative officials, and departmental staff, began patrolling communities in vehicles. During these patrols, they broadcast religious prayers while simultaneously threatening to arrest business owners who did not open their shops. This coordinated intimidation strategy was designed to increase visible public activity and create an appearance of normalcy, effectively undermining the protest movement’s silent strike tactics. Despite these threats, throughout February 2024, over (409) non-violent public movements and protests against the military dictatorship took place across various regions in Myanmar. According to the collected information, there have been (62) Silent Strikes, (248) Protests with processions, (12) Flash-Mob, (33) General Campaigns against the coup, (20) White Campaigns, (5) Prison Strikes, and (29) Monk-Led Protests (Buddah Tar Taw Myar Strike). https://athanmyanmar.org/the-vanishing-culture-of-the-right-to-peaceful-protest/ Page 2 of 9