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Three More NLD Lawmakers to Be Reprimanded
One Union Parliament member, two regional-level representatives in breach of party’s disciplinary, financial rules
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Kachin Groups Urge UN to Refer Myanmar to ICC
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Ethnic Kachin communities at home and abroad are urging the UN Security Council to refer Myanmar to the ICC, citing the military's latest offensive in Kachin State.
Reuters Case Timeline
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The Irrawaddy looks back at the major developments in the case of Reuters reporters Ko Wa Lone and Ko Kyaw Soe Oo since their arrest on Dec. 12.
Regional Military Commanders Reshuffled
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“Such a reshuffle of commander posts is a very rare move for the Tatmadaw,” said U Maung Maung Soe, a Myanmar military observer.
Thai Court Orders Arrest of UK Labor Rights Activist
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Andy Hall said a Thai court ordered his arrest so that he is present when the Appeals Court announces its verdict on his conviction for defamation and computer crimes.
Tatmadaw Using Ceasefire to Gain Upper Hand, KNLA Deputy Chief Says
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New strategy needed to deal with army’s increasingly confrontational approach, Gen Baw Kyaw Heh says.
Rights Commission Warns Govt of Possible Rights Violations Against Reuters Whistleblower
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Police Cpt. Moe Yan Naing has been detained for over 120 days without family visits after being accused of passing secret documents to two reporters.
Indonesia Environment Minister Rebuffs Groups Who Want More Forest Preserved
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"Secondary forests are a secondary priority," the minister said.
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Kachin Groups Urge UN to Refer Myanmar to ICC
Reuters Case Timeline
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