Section Archive

Why Beijing Backs Myanmar Junta While Holding out Olive Branch to NLD

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Political analyst Dr. Hla Kyaw Zaw discusses China’s policy towards Myanmar.

We Believe Nothing From a Dog’s Mouth: Myanmar Democracy Activist

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Ko Kaung Min Thant was reported to have died in a junta raid in which five people jumped from a Yangon building. He tells The Irrawaddy why he will fight on.

Myanmar’s COVID-19 Third Wave Yet to Peak

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Epidemiologist Dr. Tin Tin Htar Myint believes coronavirus infections will start declining in September.

Tabayin Villagers Cannot Count Dead Amid Myanmar Junta Attacks

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

A villager in Sagaing Region tells The Irrawaddy that the community is asking why it became a military target.

Cowardly Myanmar Junta Jails Our Families: Activist

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Despite the recent release of his five-year-old daughter, Ko Soe Htay's wife and another ailing daughter remain in the regime's detention.

Released Myanmar Journalists Tell of Junta Torture and Human Rights Violations

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

The Irrawaddy spoke to some of the 12 journalists released from prison on June 30 after being detained by the military regime.

Released Myanmar Editor with US Citizenship Fears for Other Detainees

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Ko Nathan Maung, editor-in-chief of Kamayut Media, appears to have been freed because of his US citizenship. He tells The Irrawaddy about the junta’s torture he endured.

Kayah Rebel Army Backs Civilian Resistance Against Regime

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Karenni Nationalities Defense Force spokesman Khu Daniel tells The Irrawaddy that the experienced armed group will stand by the people.

‘Tonzang is Seeing a COVID-19 Outbreak’: Township Health Chief

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Tonzang Township Health Department head Dr. Htan Shin Khaing says the new ‘Indian’ coronavirus strain is far more threatening than previous variants.

Karen Rebel Leader Warns Myanmar Regime of More Fighting

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

Democratic Karen Buddhist Army splinter group chief Brigadier General Saw Kyaw Thet says the military must leave power.

Myanmar Navy Deserters Speak Out Against Military Regime

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

The two sailors said they could no longer stand people looking at them in disgust when they were in uniform and had joined the civil disobedience movement.

Prosecutions Being Prepared for Myanmar Military: NUG Human Rights Minister

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

U Aung Myo Min tells The Irrawaddy that detailed records of violations will form the backbone of future prosecutions of junta criminals.

Myanmar Junta Just Buying Time: NUG Foreign Minister

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

Daw Zin Mar Aung says Asean is toothless when dealing with Myanmar’s military regime.

‘We Don’t Accept the Military Council:’ Karen Guerrilla Spokesman

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Burma

By The Irrawaddy

After their occupation of a Myanmar military camp near the Thai border, the KNLA’s spokesman says the rebel army stands with the pro-democracy protesters.

‘ASEAN Has Violated Its Own Charter’: Altsean-Burma Founder

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Interview

By The Irrawaddy

If the bloc wants to mediate, the National Unity Government should be invited to Jakarta, ‘not just the criminals,’ says Altsean-Burma founder.