Suu Kyi faces multiple charges, including incitement and breaking COVID-19 protocols, and could be imprisoned for over a decade.
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News about the struggle for democracy in Burma. Reform toward democracy, once a good prospect, has seen dramatic setbacks. Conflict and repression are the new normal. Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on key figures Aung Suu Kyi and Thein Sein.
Myanmar’s Ousted Leader Gets 33 Years in Prison
After being found guilty of corruption Friday, Suu Kyi was given a seven-year prison term in addition to her previous sentence of 26 years.
Shielded By Russia And China, Myanmar Junta Turn More Brutal
The authoritarian excesses of Myanmar’s junta, which now include the death penalty, are enabled by protection from China and Russia.
Thailand Denies Entry To Model Who Denounced Myanmar Junta
A model who fled to Thailand after condemning a military coup in her country Myanmar has been barred from returning to Bangkok.
Myanmar Junta Executes Four Democracy Activists
Four pro-democracy campaigners were executed by Myanmar’s Tatmadaw military junta despite international calls for restraint.
Myanmar Junta Leader Vows To ‘Annihilate’ Opponents
During the recent Armed Forces Day parade in Myanmar, the country’s junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, made threats to democracy activists.
China And Russia Are Arming The Myanmar Junta
The military junta in Myanmar is still receiving fighters jets and armored vehicles used against civilians since last year’s coup.
Fearing Junta, Myanmar Parents Disown Dissident Children
Young people are leading protests against military rule in Myanmar. Fearing the military junta, parents are disowning their own children.
A Day Of Silence Sends A Loud Message In Myanmar
On February 1, 2021, Myanmar’s army took over the government. One year after, the people marked this date by staying at home.
Myanmar’s Military Junta Is Killing Press Freedom
The Junta of February 1, 2021, has continued to roll-back all freedoms in Myanmar. Press Freedom is particularly under attack.