Thursday, April 7, 2022

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Myanmar Central Bank Vice-Governor Shot at Her Home

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 06:07 AM PDT

Conflicting reports have emerged over whether Daw Than Than Swe survived the attack; she is the most senior regime official so far to be targeted.

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Japan Appeals for Exemption from Myanmar Junta’s Foreign Exchange Rules

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 04:42 AM PDT

Japanese companies in Myanmar will struggle to operate in the country due to the new regulations, according to the Japanese Embassy.

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Myanmar Regime Jails Women Over Alleged Donations  

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 03:05 AM PDT

Several women have been given up to 10-year sentences for making tiny donations to displaced civilians. 

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March Deadliest Month This Year for Myanmar Military Amid Fierce Fighting in Karen

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 02:15 AM PDT

Over 400 junta troops died in more than 500 clashes with the Karen National Union's armed wings during the month, the ethnic organization said.

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Five Killed as Wa Army and RCSS Clash Over Territory in Myanmar 

Posted: 07 Apr 2022 01:28 AM PDT

The United Wa State Army and Restoration Council of Shan State reportedly clashed this week as groups in the state fight over territory. 

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Myanmar Regime Forces Torch Village in Chin State

Posted: 06 Apr 2022 11:06 PM PDT

Junta troops providing security for a large military convoy set fire to Ram Tein, a village of 300 people, as it approached Matupi town; residents fled into the forest. 

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