Violence Between Buddhists and Muslims in Myanamar Leaves Dozens Dead

Violence in Myanmar has caused government officials to declare a state of emergency.

It has been centered in the city of Meikhtila, between Buddhists and Muslims.

Dozens have been killed, over the last few days, as thousands have fled the area.

On Wednesday, an argument between a Muslim shopkeeper and a Buddhist customer spread into a street brawl.

During the brawl a Buddhist monk was killed and then mobs began roaming the streets.

Security forces have all but abandoned the city, fearful to attempt placing themselves between the two sides.

Fears are that it will erupt into a new wave of violence, as was seen last year, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds.