The Irrawaddy revisits an article from March last year honoring some of the more than 500 peaceful protesters killed by the junta during the first month after it seized power.
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The Man Behind the Burma Independence Army
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To mark the 77th Armed Forces Day today, The Irrawaddy revisits a 2017 profile of the WWII Japanese officer who was instrumental in creating Myanmar’s modern military.
Madeleine Albright Applauds Burma’s ‘Long Overdue’ Reform
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To mark the death of Madeleine Albright earlier this week, The Irrawaddy revisits this 2013 account of a visit to Myanmar by the former US Secretary of State.
Myanmar's Presidents Since Independence
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The Irrawaddy lists Myanmar's presidents since the country gained independence in 1948.
Myanmar’s Slain Karen National Union Leader Mahn Sha: ‘60 Years in Vain’
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The Irrawaddy revisits a 2008 interview with the late KNU leader, conducted days before his assassination.
Desmond Tutu’s Thoughts on Myanmar’s Democracy Struggle From 2010
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To mark his passing, The Irrawaddy revisits an exclusive interview with the South African cleric and anti-apartheid icon from 2010.
How the Suu Kyi-Richardson Clash Unfolded
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Ex-US diplomat Bill Richardson has announced he plans to visit Myanmar. Here is The Irrawaddy’s 2018 report on his abrupt falling out with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi that year.
Who Killed Gen. Aung San?
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To mark Martyrs’ Day, The Irrawaddy revisits a 2010 interview with author Kin Oung about his book on the assassination of Myanmar’s independence hero and his colleagues.
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Activist Who Embodied Myanmar’s Democracy Struggle Dies of COVID-19
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U Hla Shwe was jailed six times between 1959 and 2005; he died aged 84 on Thursday after his oxygen supply ran out. The Irrawaddy here republishes a 2012 profile of him.
The Funeral of a Lion
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Win Tin, whose funeral is held in Rangoon on Wednesday, remained unbroken despite nearly two decades in prison, and told his jailers to go to hell.
Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright
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After 18 Years behind bars, pro-democracy activist and journalist U Win Tin’s Fiery Spirit is Far from Broken.
Remembering Two Deaths that Changed the Course of Myanmar’s History
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Three decades on, family and citizens remember two students whose shooting deaths at the hands of police put the country on a course that led to the 8888 uprising
Forecasting the Coming Century for Myanmar—Without a Crystal Ball
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Will the current transition lead Myanmar back into authoritarian rule, or is the country on the verge of finally breaking its historical cycle of thwarted opportunities?
A Human Rights Day When Myanmar’s Junta Lived Up to its Reputation
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To mark the 29th anniversary of the former junta’s brutal crackdown on the ’10-D’ student pro-democracy protesters, The Irrawaddy revisits this commentary from 2018.
Junta Watch: A Softer Tone to Woo Teachers Back; Harsh Words for the UN, and More
Eight Magwe Civilians Killed in Myanmar Junta Raids
Myanmar Junta’s Threat of Fighting Dismissed as ‘Naked Joke’ by Arakan Army
Myanmar Junta Chief Meets Ethnic Shan Leader for Peace Talks
Junta Watch: A Softer Tone to Woo Teachers Back; Harsh Words for the UN, and More
Eight Magwe Civilians Killed in Myanmar Junta Raids
Myanmar Junta’s Threat of Fighting Dismissed as ‘Naked Joke’ by Arakan Army
Myanmar Junta Chief Meets Ethnic Shan Leader for Peace Talks