Friday, July 30, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar COVID-19 Victims Rely of Neighbors for Help

Posted: 30 Jul 2021 05:58 AM PDT

Coronavirus sufferers are hanging yellow and white objects outside their homes if they need food and medicine.

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Myanmar Junta Weaponizing Aid

Posted: 30 Jul 2021 04:19 AM PDT

By controlling access to vaccines and oxygen, the military regime – with the help of China - is using vital medical aid as a weapon in the COVID-19 crisis.

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Myanmar Junta Sells Off $90m Since Coup

Posted: 30 Jul 2021 01:49 AM PDT

The kyat's value is tumbling as the military regime scrambles to boost hard currency reserves.

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Myanmar Military-allied Karen Armed Group Commander Dies of COVID-19

Posted: 30 Jul 2021 01:39 AM PDT

The Lieutenant Colonel in the Border Guard Force died Thursday and was responsible for security at the China-backed Shwe Kokko new city development.

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Half of Myanmar’s Population Could Have COVID-19 in Two Weeks, UN Told

Posted: 30 Jul 2021 12:04 AM PDT

UK and US diplomats told an informal Security Council meeting Myanmar's healthcare system is collapsing due to the junta's mismanagement and attacks on health workers.

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