Wednesday, March 31, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Kachin Independence Army Attacks a Myanmar Regime Police Station

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 09:06 AM PDT

Attack was in retribution for lethal crackdowns on anti-military regime protesters in Myanmar's urban areas.

‘They hit my chest and back with rifle butts’: Myanmar Teenage Detainee

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 06:50 AM PDT

A young victim of Myanmar's junta in Monywa recalled how he was mistreated by soldiers during his detention.

Here Are the Children Killed by the Myanmar Regime’s Forces Since Feb. 1

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 05:58 AM PDT

The number of children slain by regime soldiers and police since the Feb. 1 coup now numbers at least 34. Here are the names and faces of those identified so far.

Myanmar’s Detained leader Suu Kyi Meets Lawyer for the First Time

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 03:51 AM PDT

The ousted State Counselor was in good health and relaxed despite facing a growing number of charges from the junta.

Karen Refugees Flee Repeated Myanmar Military Airstrikes for Thailand

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 03:40 AM PDT

2,000 Karen have taken refuge in Mae Hong Son Province in Thailand as the Thai authorities prepare for more refugees.

Japan Suspends New Aid Programs to Myanmar After Massacres

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 02:45 AM PDT

As Myanmar's largest provider of development aid, Japan has tried to compete with China for influence in Myanmar since democratic reforms started.

Who Failed Myanmar?

Posted: 31 Mar 2021 02:03 AM PDT

There is plenty of blame to go around, and all involved share a responsibility to resolve the crisis.

Eleven Gold Panners Killed as Myanmar Military Bombs KNU-Controlled Area

Posted: 30 Mar 2021 11:03 PM PDT

The Karen ethnic group said a Tatmadaw fighter jet bombed an area under the control of its Brigade 3 in Bago Region.