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The military in Myanmar has been fighting its own people since the overthrow of former leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Now, the junta is set to enforce conscription as it battles people’s armies in many parts of the country. The prospect of compulsory recruitment is triggering a mass exodus, as many fear they will be drafted to fight against their fellow citizens. In one of the newest gripping narratives from us at the dpa trends & features desk, we spoke to several people in Myanmar who daren’t go out for fear they will be kidnapped by the army. Each feature comes illustrated with high-quality photo…