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• Mandalay Teenager Shot Dead by Myanmar Security Forces
• Bago Bombs Target Myanmar Military-Linked Sites
• Myanmar Junta Spokesman: Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s Father Would Think Her ‘Stupid’
• Four Myanmar Soldiers Killed in Grenade Attack in Sagaing Region
• China’s Policy on Myanmar Junta Endangers its Interests: Analyst
• Shadow Government Outlines Federal Union Plan for Myanmar’s Future
• Russia Plots Its Next Moves on the Myanmar Chessboard
• Easter Sunday Sees Myanmar Death Toll at Hands of Military Regime Topping 560

Mandalay Teenager Shot Dead by Myanmar Security Forces Posted: 05 Apr 2021 07:31 AM PDT The 19-year-old and her husband were riding home on a motorbike.

Bago Bombs Target Myanmar Military-Linked Sites Posted: 05 Apr 2021 06:13 AM PDT Grenade attacks were reported on the military-joint venture Mytel office and a guardhouse at the town's pagoda.

Myanmar Junta Spokesman: Daw Aung San Suu Kyi’s Father Would Think Her ‘Stupid’ Posted: 05 Apr 2021 06:02 AM PDT Asked by CNN what Gen. Aung San would think of the Tatmadaw's brutal crackdowns, a flustered Brig-Gen Zaw Min Tun tried to change the subject, then got his facts wrong.

Four Myanmar Soldiers Killed in Grenade Attack in Sagaing Region Posted: 05 Apr 2021 05:37 AM PDT Anti-regime protesters are fighting back against the junta's deadly crackdowns with homemade weapons.

China’s Policy on Myanmar Junta Endangers its Interests: Analyst Posted: 05 Apr 2021 04:38 AM PDT A Chatham House report says Chinese support for Myanmar's junta is short-sighted and jeopardizes its Belt and Road projects.

Shadow Government Outlines Federal Union Plan for Myanmar’s Future Posted: 05 Apr 2021 03:23 AM PDT CRPH spokesman says a national unity government will be formed and that it will draft a federal democracy constitution.

Russia Plots Its Next Moves on the Myanmar Chessboard Posted: 04 Apr 2021 11:14 PM PDT Appearance by Russian official at Armed Forces Day event raises eyebrows and stirs dismay; arms sales are part of the agenda.

Easter Sunday Sees Myanmar Death Toll at Hands of Military Regime Topping 560 Posted: 04 Apr 2021 06:34 PM PDT Protesters share images of decorated Easter eggs on social media expressing hope for 'resurrection of democracy.'

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Myanmar’s 10 Peace Signatories Back Elected Govt Posted: 04 Apr 2021 07:42 AM PDT The ethnic armed groups leaders backed plans for a federal union and to scrap the military-drafted 2008 Constitution.

Myanmar Protesters and Interviewees Remain in Detention After Speaking to CNN Posted: 04 Apr 2021 06:48 AM PDT Myanmar's junta told the US broadcaster those detained had been released.

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• Myanmar Security Forces Kill Another Six on Saturday, Sending Death Toll to 556
• Myanmar Regime Forces Stop Buses, Beat Passengers in Yangon
• Myanmar Regime Denies Child Killings, Rejects UN Envoy’s Allegations
• KNU Calls for Int’l Arms Embargo as Myanmar Regime Targets Civilians in Airstrike
• ASEAN’s Myanmar Crisis Is Out of Control
• Russia’s Gamble in Post-Coup Myanmar

Myanmar Security Forces Kill Another Six on Saturday, Sending Death Toll to 556 Posted: 03 Apr 2021 07:44 AM PDT Forces establish base in monastery compound in Bago then fire randomly, killing civilians and bystanders.

Myanmar Regime Forces Stop Buses, Beat Passengers in Yangon Posted: 03 Apr 2021 04:50 AM PDT Fearful drivers diverted their buses into lanes; when curious residents came out to see what was happening, junta forces opened fire on their homes.

Myanmar Regime Denies Child Killings, Rejects UN Envoy’s Allegations Posted: 03 Apr 2021 02:04 AM PDT Despite dozens of well documented cases, the junta said there was no evidence children had been killed after special envoy Christine Schraner Burgener urged UN action.

KNU Calls for Int’l Arms Embargo as Myanmar Regime Targets Civilians in Airstrike Posted: 03 Apr 2021 01:06 AM PDT The Karen armed group's request came after more than a dozen villagers were killed and 12,000 displaced by jet fighter raids in Karen State, Bago Region.

ASEAN’s Myanmar Crisis Is Out of Control Posted: 02 Apr 2021 11:20 PM PDT ASEAN's failure to act in the face of atrocities in Myanmar makes a mockery of its promise to promote regional peace and prosperity.

Russia’s Gamble in Post-Coup Myanmar Posted: 02 Apr 2021 10:38 PM PDT While China takes a more careful approach, Moscow senses a geostrategic opportunity and is giving the junta its full backing.

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• Myanmar Villagers Take Up Homemade Weapons Against Regime’s Security Forces
• The Junta Is Dragging Myanmar Into Full-Blown Civil War
• Myanmar Junta Killed At Least 43 Children Since Coup: Charity
• ‘China Get Out of Myanmar’ Say Pro-Democracy Supporters
• Two Women Detained for Joining Protest During CNN Reporter’s Market Visit
• Myanmar Security Forces Shoot Dead Striking Policeman in Sagaing Region
• Kachin Armed Group Attacks Factory Owned by Crony Close to Former Myanmar Junta
• China Again Seeks Myanmar Regime’s Assurances on Oil, Gas Pipelines Security
• Three NLD Lawmakers Among Nine People Detained in Myanmar’s Ayeyarwady
• US Sanctions Pose Huge Risks for Myanmar Businesses

Myanmar Villagers Take Up Homemade Weapons Against Regime’s Security Forces Posted: 02 Apr 2021 08:43 AM PDT Defensive actions taken to hold off troops cracking down on anti-regime protesters in Sagaing Region.

The Junta Is Dragging Myanmar Into Full-Blown Civil War Posted: 02 Apr 2021 08:28 AM PDT As peaceful protest hardens into resistance—albeit with makeshift weapons—and ethnic armies side with the people, all-out war appears increasingly unavoidable.

Myanmar Junta Killed At Least 43 Children Since Coup: Charity Posted: 02 Apr 2021 05:31 AM PDT Save the Children demands Myanmar's military stops the indiscriminate killing that is leaving children dead and wounded across the country.

‘China Get Out of Myanmar’ Say Pro-Democracy Supporters Posted: 02 Apr 2021 04:57 AM PDT Social media users condemn China for watering down a UN Security Council statement on the Myanmar crisis.

Two Women Detained for Joining Protest During CNN Reporter’s Market Visit Posted: 02 Apr 2021 04:37 AM PDT After reporter Clarissa Ward left with her army escort, the pair, who were among many at the market who demonstrated to CNN their opposition to the regime, were arrested.

Myanmar Security Forces Shoot Dead Striking Policeman in Sagaing Region Posted: 02 Apr 2021 02:20 AM PDT The policeman was on strike in protest at the military regime and was killed helping to defend local residents in Tamu against the police and army.

Kachin Armed Group Attacks Factory Owned by Crony Close to Former Myanmar Junta Posted: 02 Apr 2021 02:05 AM PDT Yuzana Co, whose Hpakant plant went up in flames, has been accused of confiscating land and threatening local residents.

China Again Seeks Myanmar Regime’s Assurances on Oil, Gas Pipelines Security Posted: 02 Apr 2021 01:02 AM PDT Beijing has reportedly requested a meeting with junta officials after ethnic armed groups in Myanmar's north threatened to resume clashes with the Tatmadaw.

Three NLD Lawmakers Among Nine People Detained in Myanmar’s Ayeyarwady Posted: 01 Apr 2021 11:51 PM PDT A striking police officer was also among the nine, who were reportedly beaten after being rounded up on a farm and are now in military custody facing sedition charges.

US Sanctions Pose Huge Risks for Myanmar Businesses Posted: 01 Apr 2021 10:43 PM PDT Even small transactions can result in criminal charges for those involved as sanction enforcement becomes more aggressive.

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• Myanmar Post-Coup Death Toll Tops 540 Thursday
• Myanmar’s Shadow Government Vows a New Constitution and End to Dictatorship
• Chinese Troops Gather on Myanmar’s Border to ‘Protect Pipelines’
• Myanmar’s Suu Kyi Appoints Six More Defense Lawyers
• From Thailand, Myanmar Beauty Queen Begs UN to Help Her Country
• Ammunition and Grenades Destined for Myanmar Seized on Thai Border
• Pathein Teenager Shot Dead by Myanmar Military Regime
• Simultaneous Blazes at Two Myanmar Military-Owned Malls Raise Suspicions of Regime Plot
• Myanmar Doctor Condemns Security Forces Attack on Yangon Hospital
• Third NLD Member Dies While Being Detained by Myanmar Military Regime
• Hospitals, Clinics Not Spared Myanmar Regime Forces’ Violence

Myanmar Post-Coup Death Toll Tops 540 Thursday Posted: 01 Apr 2021 09:10 AM PDT Villagers use antique percussion lock firearms in clash with security forces in Sagaing Region; regime forces use explosives against protesters in Mandalay.

Myanmar’s Shadow Government Vows a New Constitution and End to Dictatorship Posted: 01 Apr 2021 09:04 AM PDT Lawmakers whose seats were stolen by the coup pledge new interim national unity government in their Federal Democracy Charter.

Chinese Troops Gather on Myanmar’s Border to ‘Protect Pipelines’ Posted: 01 Apr 2021 07:56 AM PDT Several sources have reported growing numbers of Chinese troops on the other side of the Shan State border.

Myanmar’s Suu Kyi Appoints Six More Defense Lawyers Posted: 01 Apr 2021 06:42 AM PDT Daw Aung San Suu Kyi's legal team now has eight members and they will also represent President U Win Myint in court.

From Thailand, Myanmar Beauty Queen Begs UN to Help Her Country Posted: 01 Apr 2021 06:35 AM PDT Miss Grand International Myanmar 2020 Han Lay will stay in Thailand as she would face persecution if she returned home after her on-stage plea, pageant organizers said.

Ammunition and Grenades Destined for Myanmar Seized on Thai Border Posted: 01 Apr 2021 04:08 AM PDT Thai police confiscate thousands of live rounds and over a hundred grenades believed to be bound for Myanmar town of Tachileik.

Pathein Teenager Shot Dead by Myanmar Military Regime Posted: 01 Apr 2021 03:58 AM PDT 15-year-old fisherman Maung Yarzar Htwe was taken away by security forces after he was shot.

Simultaneous Blazes at Two Myanmar Military-Owned Malls Raise Suspicions of Regime Plot Posted: 01 Apr 2021 03:16 AM PDT Both malls burned during curfew hours and would be difficult for arsonists to target, raising fears the junta torched them as a pretext to crack down on 'rioters'.

Myanmar Doctor Condemns Security Forces Attack on Yangon Hospital Posted: 01 Apr 2021 02:34 AM PDT An unnamed medic tells The Irrawaddy about how his colleagues were beaten during a nighttime raid on his South Okkalapa hospital.

Third NLD Member Dies While Being Detained by Myanmar Military Regime Posted: 01 Apr 2021 02:10 AM PDT Three NLD members in Yangon and Naypyitaw have died in custody since early March. U Kyaw Kyaw is the latest victim.

Hospitals, Clinics Not Spared Myanmar Regime Forces’ Violence Posted: 31 Mar 2021 11:30 PM PDT In Yangon alone, police and soldiers raided four hospitals and a maternity ward in March. Live ammunition and rubber bullets were fired; staff were shot and badly beaten.

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• Kachin Independence Army Attacks a Myanmar Regime Police Station
• ‘They hit my chest and back with rifle butts’: Myanmar Teenage Detainee
• Here Are the Children Killed by the Myanmar Regime’s Forces Since Feb. 1
• Myanmar’s Detained leader Suu Kyi Meets Lawyer for the First Time
• Karen Refugees Flee Repeated Myanmar Military Airstrikes for Thailand
• Japan Suspends New Aid Programs to Myanmar After Massacres
• Who Failed Myanmar?
• Eleven Gold Panners Killed as Myanmar Military Bombs KNU-Controlled Area

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.

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• Fifteen More Killed as Myanmar Regime Continues Bloodbath
• Thai Authorities Turn Back Villagers Fleeing Myanmar Regime’s Airstrikes
• Remembering Myanmar’s Fallen Heroes
• Myanmar’s Escalating Conflict Threatens ASEAN Stability
• Myanmar Regime Sacks 120 Striking Staff from State-Run Broadcast Service
• Myanmar Nationals Allowed to Flee Regime for India After Initially Being Blocked
• Myanmar’s Arakan Army, Allies Set to Resume Fight Against Tatmadaw Over Civilian Killings
• Myanmar—Yesterday, Today and a New Tomorrow
• From Russia With Love (and More Ammunition) for Myanmar

Fifteen More Killed as Myanmar Regime Continues Bloodbath Posted: 30 Mar 2021 09:54 AM PDT Protest-related death toll climbs to 475 on Tuesday and is expected to go much higher due to the number who have been seriously wounded.

Thai Authorities Turn Back Villagers Fleeing Myanmar Regime’s Airstrikes Posted: 30 Mar 2021 06:57 AM PDT Thousands of Karen State villagers have fled their homes after airstrikes by Myanmar's military regime.

Remembering Myanmar’s Fallen Heroes Posted: 30 Mar 2021 05:53 AM PDT The stories of some protesters killed by the military regime reveal their courage and passion for democracy.

Myanmar’s Escalating Conflict Threatens ASEAN Stability Posted: 30 Mar 2021 05:15 AM PDT As increasing numbers of refugees flee to Thailand, ASEAN is under pressure to intervene in Myanmar crisis.

Myanmar Regime Sacks 120 Striking Staff from State-Run Broadcast Service Posted: 30 Mar 2021 02:51 AM PDT The junta continues to dismiss government employees who refuse to work under military rule.

Myanmar Nationals Allowed to Flee Regime for India After Initially Being Blocked Posted: 30 Mar 2021 02:32 AM PDT Authorities in Manipur State roll back an order preventing Myanmar people from entering India from Sagaing Region's Tamu

Myanmar’s Arakan Army, Allies Set to Resume Fight Against Tatmadaw Over Civilian Killings Posted: 30 Mar 2021 01:19 AM PDT The Brotherhood Alliance of the AA, TNLA and MNDAA condemned the junta's killings of civilians and said it was considering ending its ceasefire with Myanmar's military.

Myanmar—Yesterday, Today and a New Tomorrow Posted: 29 Mar 2021 11:40 PM PDT A former Australian ambassador argues that the lessons of history and the changes in Myanmar society show the junta can't win in the long run.

From Russia With Love (and More Ammunition) for Myanmar Posted: 29 Mar 2021 08:51 PM PDT With the world recoiling from its brutality, Myanmar's junta needs a friend it can rely on—and Moscow is only too happy to oblige. Beijing will surely be taking note.

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