On the 10th anniversary of the Saffron Revolution, we revisit a journal recounting the bloody suppression of the peaceful protests in Yangon.
20
The News For
20 September 2017
Yangon
27
-
Top 10
Most Viewed
-
Top 10
Commented
Where There’s Struggle, There’s Hope
1.4k
On the 10th anniversary of the Saffron Revolution, we revisit a commentary on what the protests meant for the struggle for democracy in Myanmar.
The Saffron Revolution in Cartoons
1.6k
To commemorate the 10-year anniversary of Myanmar’s Buddhist monk-led protests, we share some of the finest work by Irrawaddy cartoonists covering the events.
No Soft Touch
1.2k
On the 10th anniversary of the Saffron Revolution, The Irrawaddy revisits a piece on women’s fight to promote democracy in Myanmar.
A Struggle for Authority
1.8k
On the 10th anniversary of Myanmar’s Saffron Revolution, we revisit anthropologist Gustaaf Houtman’s insights on how the military legitimized their rule.
The Power Behind the Robe
2.6k
With a decade past since the Saffron Revolution, The Irrawaddy revisits a piece on the influence of the Sangha.
Letting Go of the Tiger's Tail
2.5k
This week, The Irrawaddy revisits stories on the 2007 nationwide monk-led protests against the former military junta.
History Behind Rakhine State Conflict
13.5k
The Irrawaddy revisits this interview with Rakhine history expert Dr. Jacques P. Leider on the subject of ethnic groups in western Myanmar in light of recents attacks.
2
3
4
5
6
Email Newsletter
Get the top stories delivered
to you daily…
to you daily…
The University Behind Bars
1.1k
On the 29th anniversary of the 1988 pro-democracy uprising, The Irrawaddy revisits an article from 2010 reflecting on students’ imprisonment.
Mother’s Smile in Turmoil
1.3k
On the 29th anniversary of the 8888 pro-democracy movement, The Irrawaddy revisits an essay by its once imprisoned English edition editor.
Blood Stained My School Courtyard
1.5k
Irrawaddy reporter Min Naing Thu recalls the bloody end of demonstrations in Monywa as part of the 1988 Uprising.
Awestruck by the Men in Uniform
1.1k
Myanmar Now’s chief editor Ko Swe Win describes his personal experiences of the 1988 Uprising.
Confessions of a Bogus Monk
1.2k
Irrawaddy founding editor Aung Zaw recalls how he became a monk in Kayan to avoid arrest during the 1988 Uprising.
How Can Burma Begin to Heal the Scars of ‘88?
1.7k
This week marks the 29th anniversary of the ’88 uprising, but, as this 2013 article explains, those responsible for the deaths are yet to be named.
US Embassy ‘Appreciates’ State Counselor’s Pledges on Rakhine
Policymakers and Advocates Gather at Women’s Forum for Peace
Hindu’s Fleeing Rakhine Violence Hope for Shelter in Modi’s India
Muslims Trapped After Rakhine Violence Told to Stay Put
US Embassy ‘Appreciates’ State Counselor’s Pledges on Rakhine
Policymakers and Advocates Gather at Women’s Forum for Peace
Hindu’s Fleeing Rakhine Violence Hope for Shelter in Modi’s India
Muslims Trapped After Rakhine Violence Told to Stay Put