Tuesday, February 9, 2021

The Irrawaddy Magazine

The Irrawaddy Magazine


Deputy Bank Governor’s Location Unknown Since Military Detention: Wife

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 07:19 AM PST

Dr. Bo Bo Nge, who was arrested on the morning of the coup, suffers from a heart condition and hypertension.

Crackdown Intensifies as Anti-Coup Protesters Defy Assembly Ban in Myanmar

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 06:32 AM PST

Police were markedly more aggressive against anti-coup protesters on Tuesday after crowds defied the military regime's order banning public gatherings in many areas.

Myanmar Coup Leader Tells Public to Keep Emotions in Check

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 05:52 AM PST

In his first TV speech since seizing power, the military chief told the public to be 'pragmatic', but much of his lecture was drowned out by the banging of pots and pans.

Singapore’s Lim Kaling Exits Firm With Ties to Myanmar Military Conglomerate

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 04:49 AM PST

The businessman said he would shed his stake in RHMS, which operates a tobacco venture with the Tatmadaw-owned MEHL, due to 'grave concerns' over last week's coup.

Six Protesters Injured After Myanmar Police Fire on Protest

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 03:26 AM PST

A 20-year-old woman was shot in the head and is in a critical condition, according to a volunteer medic.

Biden, Modi Discuss Myanmar Coup

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 03:20 AM PST

The US president and the Indian prime minister agreed that the 'rule of law and democratic process must be upheld.'

Rakhine Party Under Pressure for Taking Position on Military Regime’s Governing Body

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 02:54 AM PST

Rakhine groups call on Arakan National Party to resign from the State Administrative Council as anti-coup protests increase across the country.

UN Human Rights Council to Hold Special Session on Myanmar Military Regime

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 02:49 AM PST

The special probe into Myanmar's human rights situation could lead to further sanctions on the military.

Myanmar Military Govt Bans Gatherings of Five or More in Yangon, Other Areas

Posted: 09 Feb 2021 01:27 AM PST

Order applies to parts of 10 states and regions as nationwide anti-coup protests gain momentum.

At the Heart of Myanmar’s New Uprising, a Simple Demand

Posted: 08 Feb 2021 10:11 PM PST

In taking to the streets, the people are asking for nothing more than what was stolen from them. Will they once again pay for this simple demand in blood?